Pulled Butt Recipe
Make Pulled Butt 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
Bread and Toppings
Method
Preparation of Pork
- 1
Season the Pork
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork shoulder. Make sure to cover all sides for an even flavor.
- 2
Prepare for Cooking
Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Pour the apple cider vinegar over the pork to help tenderize it and add flavor.
Cooking the Pork
- 3
Slow Cook
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it on low heat. Allow the pork to cook for 8 to 10 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- 4
Shred the Meat
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.
Finishing Touches
- 5
Combine with Barbecue Sauce
In a large bowl, toss the shredded pork with the barbecue sauce until well coated. Adjust the amount of sauce to your liking.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwiches
Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Place a generous portion of the pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun. Top with coleslaw and pickles before placing the top half of the bun on.