Classic Slow Cooked Pulled Pork
Savor the rich flavors of this classic slow-cooked pulled pork recipe. Tender pork shoulder is braised in a delectable blend of spices, vinegar, and tangy tomato paste, resulting in juicy, flavorful meat that is perfect for sandwich fillings or as a standalone dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 1 | medium onion, chopped |
| 1 | cup ketchup |
| 1 | cup cider vinegar |
| 1 | cup packed brown sugar |
| 1 | cup tomato paste |
| 2 | tablespoons paprika |
| 2 | tablespoons Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 | tablespoons yellow mustard |
| 1 | teaspoons salt |
| 1 | teaspoons ground black pepper |
| 4 | boneless pork shoulder or pork picnic |
| 12 | sandwich buns |
Instructions
Cooking Instructions | |
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| 1. | In a 4 1/2 to 6 quart slow cooker pot, combine all ingredients except the pork. |
| 2. | Cut the pork into four pieces and add it to the sauce, ensuring it is well covered. |
| 3. | Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender. |
| 4. | Transfer the pork to a large bowl or cutting board. Set the slow cooker to high and cover. Heat the sauce until boiling to thicken and reduce slightly. |
| 5. | While the sauce is boiling, use two forks to shred the pork. |
| 6. | Add the shredded pork back into the pot and cover it with the sauce. |
| 7. | Serve the pulled pork on sandwich buns and enjoy! |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 545.9 kcal |
| Protein | 30.1 g |
| Fat | 32.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 31.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Sugar | 10.9 g |
Published on Jul 30, 2024 by Luminița