Pulled Pork Recipe
Make Pulled Pork Recipe in just 10h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Spices & Seasonings
Sauce
For Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks for easier cooking.
- 2
Mix the Dry Rub
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin to create a dry rub.
- 3
Apply the Dry Rub
Rub the dry mixture all over the pork chunks, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
Cooking
- 4
Cook the Pork
Place the coated pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add liquid smoke for that smoky flavor.
- 5
Add the Sauce Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and mustard. Pour this sauce over the pork in the slow cooker.
- 6
Slow Cook
Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreddable.
Serving
- 7
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- 8
Serve
Serve the pulled pork on buns and top with coleslaw if desired. Enjoy!