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Barbecue Pulled Pork

Slow Cooker Barbecue Pulled Pork: Tender Comfort Food Delight

Discover the ease of making Barbecue Pulled Pork in a slow cooker for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Thickening Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 4.25 lbs Boneless Pork Shoulder The star of the show, ensures tenderness when cooked low and slow.
For the Sauce
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped; shallots can be used for a milder note.
  • 1 cup Ketchup The base for our tangy barbecue sauce; low-sugar options work well.
  • 0.25 cup Dark Brown Sugar Packed; consider coconut sugar for a healthier swap.
  • 3 tbsp Cider Vinegar Provides a crucial tang; white vinegar is a great substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Molasses Contributes richness and color; honey or agave can replace it.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Enhances complexity; yellow mustard is a viable alternative.
  • 2 tsp Sambal Oelek Introduces mild heat; reduce for less spice if desired.
  • Kosher Salt Adjust as necessary if using regular table salt.
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Medium Bowl
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the finely chopped onion, ketchup, dark brown sugar, cider vinegar, molasses, Dijon mustard, and sambal oelek. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Place the trimmed and cut pork shoulder pieces in the slow cooker. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the pork. Cover and set to cook on High for about 6 hours.
  3. Once cooking time is up, transfer the cooked pork pieces to a work surface and shred with two forks, mixing in any sauce.
  4. Take the remaining liquid from the slow cooker and pour it into a saucepan. Heat over medium-high until boiling, then reduce for about 15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Mix shredded pork back into the saucepan with the sauce, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover barbecue pulled pork in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently before serving.

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