16 Hour Pulled Pork Recipe

Become a potluck hero with this incredibly tender and flavorful 16-hour pulled pork recipe! Slow-cooked to perfection in your crockpot, this recipe boasts juicy, fall-apart pork that's bursting with flavor. Easy to follow instructions and simple ingredients make this a crowd-pleasing masterpiece.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 970 mins
Calories 388.2 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
16 Hour Pulled Pork

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 16 Hour Pulled Pork

  • Pork Butt
  • Onions
  • 2 cups ginger ale
  • 1 ½ cups barbecue sauce (your favorite kind)

How to Make 16 Hour Pulled Pork

  1. Slice one large onion (about 1 cup sliced) and spread it evenly across the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Place a 3-4 pound pork shoulder roast on top of the onions.
  3. Slice the second large onion (about 1 cup sliced) and place it on top of the roast.
  4. Pour 2 cups of ginger ale over the pork and onions, ensuring the liquid reaches about halfway up the sides of the roast. Cook on low for 12 hours.
  5. Carefully remove the pork roast from the slow cooker. Strain the cooking liquid, reserving the cooked onions; discard the remaining liquid.
  6. Using two forks, shred the pork, discarding any remaining fat, bones, or gristle.
  7. Return the shredded pork and reserved onions to the slow cooker.
  8. Stir in 1 ½ cups of your favorite barbecue sauce.
  9. Cook on low for an additional 4 hours, or until the pork is heated through and the flavors have melded beautifully.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

41g

Carbs

3g