Pin It Tender, juicy pulled pork slow-cooked with smoky barbecue flavors, perfect for sandwiches or served over rice.
I first served this to my family and everyone loved the tender, flavorful meat that was perfect for sandwiches.
Ingredients
- Pork: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) boneless pork shoulder or pork butt
- Seasonings: 1 tablespoon smoked paprika , 1 teaspoon salt
- Sauce: 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Liquid: 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker.
- Step 2:
- Sprinkle the smoked paprika and salt evenly over the pork.
- Step 3:
- Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the meat.
- Step 4:
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours , or until the pork is very tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Step 5:
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
- Step 6:
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker , mix well with the sauce , and heat through for 10 minutes before serving.
Pin It This dish has become a family favorite for weekend gatherings and casual dinners.
Required Tools
Slow cooker (or Dutch oven for oven method) , cutting board , knife , forks (for shredding)
Allergen Information
Contains None inherently , but BBQ sauce may contain gluten , soy , or other allergens & check labels carefully.
Nutritional Information
Calories 350 , Total Fat 18 g , Carbohydrates 14 g , Protein 32 g (per serving)
Pin It This simple recipe is perfect for busy days but delivers satisfying , home-cooked flavor.
Your Questions Answered
- → What cut of pork works best for this dish?
Boneless pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal for slow cooking, offering rich marbling that becomes tender and juicy.
- → Can I use homemade barbecue sauce?
Yes, homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce can be used depending on your flavor preference.
- → How long should the pork be cooked?
Slow cook on low for about 8 hours until the pork is tender enough to shred easily with forks.
- → Is there a way to add spiciness?
Adding a half teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper before cooking provides a spicy kick.
- → How can leftovers be stored?
Leftover shredded pork can be refrigerated or frozen for up to 2 months without losing flavor.