Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

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4.8

42 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 hrs

  • Total Time

    10 hrs 10 mins

  • Servings

    10 servings

  • Calories

    376 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

My Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is tender, juicy and irresistibly delicious. Best of all, it's simple to make and can be served in a variety of ways. I love it as a sandwich but it can be made into tacos, burritos, served on baked potatoes, topped on salads, or served with various side dishes like coleslaw, baked beans, and cornbread. It's a perfect go-to option for busy weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings with friends and the leftovers are just as delicious, if not even more flavorful!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 lb. pork shoulder or pork butt, boneless
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 Tbsp. yellow mustard
  • 1 Tbsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • slider buns with desired toppings like pickled onions, slaw, bbq sauce

Instructions

  1. Add the pork (fat side up) and onions to the slow cooker. 
  2. Whisk the remaining ingredients together in a measuring cup.
  3. Pour the sauce over the pork and onions. Be sure to get the pork nice and covered, tossing it once or twice if needed, keep fat side up.
  4. Cover and cook on high 5-6 hours or low 9-10 hours. It should be fall apart tender, low and slow is the preferred option. 
  5. Trim and discard any fat, shred pork. 
  6. Carefully blend the liquid leftover in the slow cooker either with an immersion blender. (Optional step: pass is thru a sieve to get the sauce nice and smooth)
  7. Toss the pork in the liquid to keep the pork nice and moist. 
  8. Serve as is with your favorite sides, build a sandwich or sliders with bbq sauce and your favorite toppings! Enjoy!

Notes

  • Storage: Allow the pork to come to room temperature, store in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
  • Freezing is a great option too, stored properly it can last up to 2-3 months.
  • To reheat refrigerated pulled pork, use a microwave, stovetop, or oven at 300°F.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1serving Calories 376kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 36g (72%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g (12%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 122mg (41%) Sodium 495mg (21%) Potassium 830mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%) Vitamin A 634IU (13%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 60mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 376 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 376kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 36g 72%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 122mg 41%
Sodium 495mg 21%
Potassium 830mg 18%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 22g 44%
Vitamin A 634IU 13%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 60mg 6%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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