Beginner S Pulled Pork Recipe

Ingredients for Beginner S Pulled Pork

• Brown Sugar
• Sweet Paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• Ground Cumin
• Cayenne Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Boneless Pork Butt
• 1 cup your favorite barbecue sauce
• Cider Vinegar

How to Make Beginner S Pulled Pork

1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, cayenne (if using), and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
2. Using a fork, prick the pork shoulder all over. This helps the rub penetrate better.
3. Rub the sugar mixture evenly over the entire pork shoulder. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably 12-24 hours.
4. Unwrap the pork and place it in your slow cooker.
5. Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the top of the pork. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 9-11 hours or on high for 5-7 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreds.
6. Carefully transfer the cooked pork to a large bowl. Let it cool slightly.
7. Once cool enough to handle, shred the pork using two forks, discarding any excess fat.
8. Cover the shredded pork to keep it warm.
9. Let the braising liquid in the slow cooker settle for about 5 minutes. Carefully skim off and discard the excess fat from the surface using a large spoon.
10. Season the braising liquid with salt, pepper, and vinegar to taste. You may add a touch of sugar for extra sweetness.
11. Add about 1 cup of the braising liquid to the shredded pork, tossing gently to combine. Add more liquid as needed to reach your desired moisture level.
12. Serve the pulled pork on buns with pickle chips and extra barbecue sauce.