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Pulled Pork Slow Cooker Recipe

This pulled pork slow cooker recipe delivers an explosion of flavor and tender texture that melts in your mouth, perfect for sandwiches or served on a bed of coleslaw.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3-4 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Meat thermometer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Forks for shredding

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  3. Put the seasoned pork in the slow cooker.
  4. Pour in the barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 8 hours.
  6. After 8 hours, check the pork with a meat thermometer; it should read at least 195°F.
  7. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes.
  8. Use two forks to shred the meat.
  9. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining sauce.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the shredded pork sit in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving.