Description
A classic slow cooker recipe for tender and flavorful BBQ pulled pork, perfect for sandwiches and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
- Add the sliced onion over the pork.
- In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce.
- Serve hot on buns or as desired.
Notes
- For a spicier pulled pork, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture.
- You can add your favorite spices like paprika or cumin for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 ounces
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: slow cooker, pulled pork, BBQ, pork shoulder, easy recipe, weeknight meal