Teresa's Recipes
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Savor the deep, rich flavors and succulent texture of this slow cooker pulled pork. This recipe is an ode to Southern-style comfort food, combining the spicy-sweet tang of barbecue sauce with the mellow, earthy notes of thyme and garlic. The pork shoulder is slow cooked to perfection, absorbing a symphony of flavors and reaching a tenderness that melts in your mouth. This is not just a dish, it's an experience that takes you on a culinary journey to the heart of homestyle American cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 (about 4-5 lbs) Pork shoulder roast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon, dried Thyme
- 4, minced Garlic cloves
- 1, chopped Onion
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Mustard
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar
- 1/2 cup Chicken broth
- 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 8-10
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 35g
- Protein: 40g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 20g
Instructions
- Place the pork shoulder roast in the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, dried thyme, minced garlic, chopped onion, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, brown sugar, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and barbecue sauce. Mix well to form a rich, flavorful sauce.
- Pour this sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker, making sure it's well coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on low for 8 hours. The pork is ready when it's tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Once shredded, return the pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce, ensuring the pulled pork is well soaked in the flavorful mixture.
- Serve the pulled pork on fresh buns, topped with coleslaw for a classic touch. You can also consider a side of cornbread for an authentic Southern experience.
Tips
- For a spicier kick, consider adding a teaspoon of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the sauce. You can also substitute the pork shoulder with beef brisket or chicken for a different twist on this classic recipe.