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Crockpot Pulled Pork

A close-up of tender Crockpot pulled pork generously coated in a rich BBQ sauce on a white plate.
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A simple recipe for tender, fall-apart pulled pork made in your slow cooker, perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lb boneless pork shoulder (Boston butt)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Rub this mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
  3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in your slow cooker.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and liquid smoke (if using). Pour this mixture over the pork.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  6. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a large bowl. Use two forks to shred the pork, discarding any large pieces of fat.
  7. Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid in the slow cooker. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss with about 1 cup of the cooking liquid and additional BBQ sauce to your desired consistency.
  8. Serve hot on buns for sandwiches, in tacos, or as a main dish.

Notes

  • For extra moist pulled pork, you can add a splash of water or chicken broth to the slow cooker if the liquid level seems low during cooking.
  • Leftover pulled pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • This recipe is excellent for meal planning and can be prepared ahead of time for easy weeknight meals.

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