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Smoky Pulled Pork

Smoky Pulled Pork

Savor the rich flavors of Smoky Pulled Pork with this easy recipe. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, it’s tender juicy and unforgettable. Try it today!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 lbs pork shoulder also called pork butt
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup liquid smoke
  • 1 cup chicken broth

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Forks for shredding
  • Slow cooker or Dutch oven
  • None

Method
 

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, pepper, and salt.
  3. Rub the spice blend all over the pork until fully coated; let sit for 30 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
  5. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until golden brown.
  6. Transfer the seared pork to a slow cooker or an oven-safe pot.
  7. Pour in apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and chicken broth.
  8. Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours in the slow cooker or 4-5 hours in the oven at 300°F.
  9. Once cooked, shred the pork directly in the cooking liquid.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For extra juiciness, shred the pork in the cooking liquid. If you don’t have apple cider vinegar, white wine vinegar or rice vinegar work well too. For a spicy kick, swap paprika for smoked chipotle powder. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding a splash of broth to keep it moist. This dish is versatile and can be served on buns, tacos, or nachos for different occasions.
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