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Pulled Pork

Shruthi
Pulled Pork is slow-cooked until tender and easy to shred.It is flavorful, versatile, and perfect for many dishes.Commonly associated with barbecue traditions.A crowd-pleasing comfort food enjoyed worldwide.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2–3 kg pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ½ cup water or broth

Instructions
 

  • Pat the pork dry and rub with oil.
  • Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar.
  • Coat the pork evenly with the spice mixture.
  • Place pork in a slow cooker or roasting pan.
  • Add water or broth and cook on low heat for 6–8 hours until tender.
  • Remove pork and shred using two forks.
  • Mix with barbecue sauce if desired and serve warm.

Notes

  • Pork shoulder is ideal due to its fat content.
  • Low and slow cooking ensures tenderness.
  • Sauce can be adjusted to taste or omitted.
  • Rest meat before shredding for best results.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator.
Keyword barbecue pork, Easy BBQ Pulled Pork, Pork Shoulder, slow-cooked pork, summer BBQ recipes