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
Dry Rub
Liquid Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dry Rub
In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create an even dry rub.
- 2
Apply the Dry Rub
Rub the dry mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to cover all surfaces evenly. Wrap the pork in plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Cooking
- 3
Set Up the Cooker
Preheat your slow cooker or oven to 250°F (120°C). If using a slow cooker, ensure it is set to low.
- 4
Add the Pork
Place the marinated pork shoulder into the cooker, fat side up.
- 5
Add Liquid Ingredients
In a separate bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar and water. Pour this mixture over the pork in the cooker. Cover with the lid.
- 6
Cook the Pork
Cook on low for 8-10 hours in a slow cooker or 4-5 hours in an oven until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- 7
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork shoulder from the cooker and let it rest for about 15 minutes. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
- 8
Add BBQ Sauce
Mix the shredded pork with BBQ sauce to taste. You can add more or less depending on your preference.
- 9
Serve
Serve the pulled pork on buns, tacos, or on its own with your favorite sides.
