Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork
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Slow-Cooked Pulled Pork

Pork shoulder slow-cooked for 8 hours until it pulls apart into tender, smoky strands. Piled high on brioche buns with coleslaw and tangy BBQ sauce. The ultimate backyard BBQ centerpiece.

Total Time

495 min

Servings

8

Cuisine

American

Rating

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Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

480 min

Total Time

495 min

Ingredients

Servings:
8
  • 2kg pork shoulder (bone-in)
  • For rub: 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper
  • 200ml apple cider vinegar
  • 200ml chicken stock
  • Brioche buns, coleslaw, and BBQ sauce to serve

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix rub ingredients and coat pork shoulder all over. Refrigerate overnight if possible.

  2. 2

    Place pork in a slow cooker or Dutch oven. Add vinegar and stock.

  3. 3

    Cook on low for 8 hours (slow cooker) or at 140°C (285°F) for 6-7 hours (oven) until meat falls apart.

  4. 4

    Remove pork and shred with two forks, discarding any large fat pieces.

  5. 5

    Return shredded pork to cooking juices. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw and BBQ sauce.

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Nutrition Highlights

Per serving

580

kcal

Calories

48

g

Protein

22

g

Carbs

32

g

Fat

Dietary Info

dairy-free
gluten-free

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