Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsTHE SWEET SPOTPulled Pork Platter Recipe

Pulled Pork Platter Recipe

Inspired by THE SWEET SPOT
Time10h
Serves6

Slow cooked pulled pork served with two sides.

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Ingredients

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Pulled Pork

Method

Pulled Pork Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.

  2. 2

    Mix the Rub

    In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Apply the Rub

    Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is covered evenly.

  4. 4

    Add Liquids

    Pour apple cider vinegar and water into the slow cooker around the pork.

  5. 5

    Slow Cook

    Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

  6. 6

    Shred the Pork

    Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Mix in the BBQ sauce.

Sides Preparation

  1. 7

    Prepare Coleslaw

    In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix with coleslaw dressing and mix well. Refrigerate until serving.

  2. 8

    Make Cornbread

    Preheat oven as per cornbread mix instructions. In a mixing bowl, combine cornbread mix with water and melted butter. Stir until well combined.

  3. 9

    Bake Cornbread

    Pour the cornbread batter into a greased baking dish and bake according to package instructions, usually about 20-25 minutes.

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