Description
Make the best slow cooker BBQ pulled pork with this easy, flavorful recipe. Tender, juicy, and packed with smoky, tangy flavors, this pulled pork is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or as a main dish. Minimal prep and no complicated techniques required!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- Buns (optional, for serving)
- Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder, leaving some for flavor. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Season the Meat: In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub evenly over the pork.
- Assemble the Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker. Pour in apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and broth around the meat.
- Slow Cook to Perfection: Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours until tender.
- Shred the Pork: Remove pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
- Mix with Sauce: Discard excess liquid, reserving about 1 cup. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker, adding BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and yellow mustard. Mix well.
- Final Simmer: Let cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve on buns with coleslaw or as a main dish with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Spicy Kick: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the seasoning blend.
- Smokier Flavor: Use liquid smoke or extra smoked paprika.
- Keto-Friendly: Use sugar-free BBQ sauce and omit brown sugar.
- Tangy Twist: Increase apple cider vinegar for more tang.
- Alternate Meat: Swap pork for beef chuck roast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours (low) / 4-6 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
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