Pulled Pork Recipe Slow Cooker

pulled pork recipe slow cooker

BEST Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe

pulled pork recipe slow cooker

Slow cooker pulled pork is the tastiest recipe for your slow cooker! Pork shoulder that’s slow roasted is so tender and juicy it literally falls apart on its own.

Prep: 5min

Total: 485min

Yield: 8

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 serving, calories 251 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 104 mg, Sodium 411 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g

Ingredients:

  • 4 1/2 pounds pork shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 yellow onion (diced)
  • 4 garlic cloves (chopped)
  • 1 orange (juiced)

Instruction:

  1. Place the diced onion, garlic and orange juice in your slow cooker.
  2. In a small bowl, mix all of the spices together.
  3. Trim all excess fat from the pork shoulder, then rub the spice mixture generously around the entire pork shoulder and place in the slow cooker.
  4. Turn your slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours.
  5. Once your pork is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker to a plate or cutting board and use two forks to shred the pork.

Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork

pulled pork recipe slow cooker

This easy slow-cooker pulled pork is a perfect way to feed a crowd. It cooks in the sauce, making it a one-pot meal with maximum flavor, minimum effort.

Prep: 10min

Total: 6h

Yield: 8 serving(s)

Nutrition Facts: calories 430 Calories, Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 10 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 106 mg, Sodium 632 mg, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 27 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3/4 c. ketchup
  • 3 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1/4 c. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. mustard powder
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 (3- to 4-lb.) pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Coleslaw, for serving
  • Buns, for serving

Instruction:

  1. Combine onion, ketchup, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar and spices in the bowl of a slow cooker. Season pork shoulder all over with salt and pepper then add to slow cooker, covering it with ketchup mixture. Cover and cook until very tender (the meat should fall apart easily with a fork!), on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours or on LOW for 8 to 10 hours.
  2. Remove pork from slow cooker and transfer to bowl. Shred with two forks and toss with juices from the slow cooker. Serve on buns with coleslaw.

How to Make Easy Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork – The Easiest Way

FAQ

Do you need liquid in slow cooker for pulled pork?

You don’t technically HAVE to add liquid into your slow cooker for pulled pork because the pork will generate moisture. However, we do recommend adding some kind of liquid to the crock pot to make sure things stay nice and moist.

What is the best liquid to cook pulled pork in?

Transfer everything to a large slow cooker and add a splash of liquid — water is great, but so is broth, apple juice, or beer if you have them handy. Cover and cook on low until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily.

What is the secret to tender pulled pork?

Cooking the pork low and very slow is the secret to the juiciest and most tender pulled pork. Serve the pork as is or feel free to stir in your favorite barbecue or other sauces at the end of cooking.

What is the best liquid to keep pulled pork moist?

Try brine: Choose a wet marinade rather than a dry one. Dry rubs may work fine but brine or a wet rub will add that extra moisture along with the flavor that will penetrate deep inside the meat. Keep a spray bottle handy: Keep spraying the meat during smoking or reheating to replace the lost moisture.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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