Lucille's Pulled Pork Recipe
Make Lucille's 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 and Seasonings
Sauce
Serving
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks for even cooking.
- 2
Make the Rub
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to form a dry rub.
- 3
Apply the Rub
Rub the spice mixture all over the pork pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
Cooking
- 4
Preheat the Slow Cooker
Set the slow cooker to low heat and let it preheat while you prepare the sauce.
- 5
Prepare the Sauce
In a separate bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and honey. Mix thoroughly.
- 6
Cook the Pork
Place the coated pork pieces into the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them. Add liquid smoke for additional flavor. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- 7
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and allow it to cool slightly. Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
Serving
- 8
Assemble the Sandwiches
Place a generous portion of shredded pork on a burger bun. Top with coleslaw if desired.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately with additional sauce on the side.
