Pulled Pork Recipe
Tender pulled pork served on a bun.
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Ingredients
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Pulled Pork Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Rub the pork shoulder with brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- 2
Cook the Pork
Place the marinated pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- 3
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the barbecue sauce. Let it heat through for an additional 30 minutes.
- 4
Serve
Serve the pulled pork on buns. Top with coleslaw if desired.