Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Pit Authentic BarbecueChopped Bbq Plate Recipe

Chopped Bbq Plate Recipe

Time10h
Serves4

Eastern North Carolina style

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Ingredients

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Chopped BBQ Plate Ingredients

Method

Chopped BBQ Plate Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Rub the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Place in a slow cooker or smoker and cook until tender (about 8-10 hours on low or 6-8 hours on high).

  2. 2

    Make the Sauce

    In a bowl, mix together apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, hot sauce, and additional black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 3

    Chop the Pork

    Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Chop or shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.

  4. 4

    Combine with Sauce

    Mix the chopped pork with the prepared BBQ sauce until well coated.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the chopped BBQ with a side of coleslaw, cornbread, and pickles.

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