Barbecued Carolina Pork Recipe

Experience the ultimate Carolina BBQ pork sandwich! This recipe's slow-cooked pork, tender and juicy, is elevated by a tangy, vibrant vinegar-based sauce and a creamy coleslaw that takes it to another level. The perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and tangy flavors will leave you craving more!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 361 kcal
Protein 57g
Rating 4.2 (16 Reviews)
Barbecued Carolina Pork

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Barbecued Carolina Pork

  • Boneless Pork Butt
  • 1 large onion
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • Dry Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • hamburger buns
  • coleslaw (recipe not included)

How to Make Barbecued Carolina Pork

  1. Quarter 1 large onion and place in the bottom of your crockpot.
  2. In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Rub this mixture all over a 3-4 pound pork roast.
  3. Place the seasoned pork roast on top of the onions in the crockpot.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  5. Mix well until all the flavors are thoroughly blended.
  6. Drizzle approximately 1/3 of the vinegar mixture over the pork roast.
  7. Refrigerate the remaining vinegar mixture.
  8. Cook the pork roast on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender.
  9. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, drizzle another 1/3 of the refrigerated vinegar mixture over the pork.
  10. Remove the cooked pork and onions from the crockpot. Drain any excess liquid.
  11. Chop or shred the pork and finely chop the onions.
  12. Serve the shredded pork and chopped onions on hamburger buns.
  13. For the ultimate flavor explosion, top your pork sandwich with creamy coleslaw (recipe not included) and drizzle with the remaining vinegar mixture.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

41g

Carbs

1g

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