Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Best Slow Cooker Pulled Pork, where tender pork shoulder meets a harmonious blend of spices. This easy recipe fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas as it cooks low and slow, creating a dish perfect for gatherings or cozy family dinners. Serve it on toasted buns, over rice, or as nacho toppings for a delightful culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into large chunks
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; rub the spice mixture all over the pork.
- Layer sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker and place seasoned pork on top.
- Add minced garlic around the pork and pour apple cider vinegar and barbecue sauce over it.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours until fork-tender.
- Remove pork from the cooker and shred using two forks; mix in additional barbecue sauce if desired before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the pork in spices overnight. Experiment with different barbecue sauces to customize the taste. Serve leftovers in tacos or burritos for a fun twist.