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Pulled Pork BBQ

Juicy slow cooked pork shoulder coated in a smoky rub and tossed with tangy barbecue sauce. Ideal for sandwiches, platters, or family gatherings.

495 minEasyServes 8420 cal/serving

Southern AmericanDinnerSlow CookerHigh ProteinLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 4 lbs pork shoulder butt, trimmed
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper, ground
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1.5 cups barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 tsp onion powder, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp ground black pepper in a small bowl.

  2. 2

    Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of 4 lbs trimmed pork shoulder butt.

  3. 3

    Pour 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar into the base of the slow cooker and place pork inside.

  4. 4

    Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until internal temperature reaches 200°F and meat is tender.

  5. 5

    Shred pork using two forks, discard excess liquid, and toss with 1.5 cups barbecue sauce.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Pulled Pork BBQ?

As written, 495 minutes: 15 of prep and 480 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 4 (overnight, or about 8 hours): "Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until internal temperature reaches 200°F and meat is tender."

What internal temperature should Pulled Pork BBQ reach?

For Pulled Pork BBQ, the target internal temperature is 200 F (about 95 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of brown sugar in Pulled Pork BBQ?

The entry for Pulled Pork BBQ calls for 1/4 cup dark brown sugar. In its place: White sugar with a tablespoon of molasses per cup. Without molasses, plain white sugar works but bakes up crisper and paler.

How much protein is in Pulled Pork BBQ?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 38 g of protein in about 420 calories, alongside 18 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 780 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

How long does Pulled Pork BBQ keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Pulled Pork BBQ within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. It also freezes well for up to three months.

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