Sweet and Spicy Pulled Pork Recipe
User Reviews
5
2 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
9 hrs
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Total Time
9 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6 Servings
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Calories
322 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
North American
Sweet and Spicy Pulled Pork Recipe
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Sweet and Spicy Pulled Pork has that perfect balance of heat and sweetness. It’s a slow-cooked dish that’s ready when you need an effortless and delicious dinner.
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Ingredients
For the Pork
- 2.5 pounds pork loin roast boneless
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- BBQ sauce optional, choice of
Simple Slaw
- 2 cups green cabbage shredded
- 1 cup red cabbage shredded
- 1/4 cup carrot grated
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
For the Pork
- Pat the pork dry and place it in a 5-quart or larger slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and spices. Rub the mixture over the top and sides of the pork. Drizzle the vinegar over the top.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or until the pork shreds easily with a fork.
- Optional: Preheat the oven broiler. Toss shredded pork with 1 cup BBQ sauce and spread onto a baking sheet. Broil 6 inches away from the heat source for 4 to 6 minutes until slightly crispy.
For the Simple Slaw
- Place the cabbage and carrot in a large bowl.
- Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk vigorously to emulsify. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
- Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
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Notes
- To store your leftover Pulled Pork, refrigerate them in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also freeze it for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, thaw frozen pork in the refrigerator overnight, then warm it on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through. For crispy edges, broil the reheated pork for a few minutes after tossing it with BBQ sauce.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
322kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
8g
(3%)
Protein
43g
(86%)
Fat
12g
(18%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
(6%)
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Cholesterol
119mg
(40%)
Sodium
690mg
(29%)
Potassium
818mg
(17%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
1130IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
31mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 119mg | 40% |
| Sodium | 690mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 818mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1130IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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2 reviews
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