Pulled Pork With A Coffee Rub Crockpot Recipe

Name: Pulled Pork With A Coffee Rub Crockpot
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 195 min
Total time: 215 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1/4 cup ground coffee; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; Smoked Paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (optional); Country Style Pork Ribs; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; Cider Vinegar; 1 bay leaf

Unleash the rich, smoky flavor of this incredible Crockpot Pulled Pork with a Coffee Rub! The coffee adds a surprising depth to the tender, juicy pork, elevating it beyond your typical pulled pork recipe. This smaller-batch recipe (using country-style pork ribs – or substitute a pork butt) is perfect for families. After a slow cook, shred the incredibly flavorful pork and enjoy it in tacos, Cuban sandwiches, taquitos, or simply with your favorite BBQ sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 195 mins

Calories 354.1 kcal

Protein 67g

Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pulled Pork With A Coffee Rub Crockpot

1/4 cup ground coffee
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Smoked Paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
Country Style Pork Ribs
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
Cider Vinegar
1 bay leaf

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How to Make Pulled Pork With A Coffee Rub Crockpot

**Make the Coffee Rub:** In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup ground coffee, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. (Add 1 teaspoon salt if desired).
**Prepare the Ribs:** Pat the country-style pork ribs (approx. 2-3 lbs) dry with paper towels. Generously apply the coffee rub to both sides of the ribs.
**Layer the Crockpot:** Place thinly sliced onion (1 medium onion) in the bottom of your slow cooker.
**Add Vinegar & Ribs:** Pour 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar over the onions. Place the seasoned ribs on top of the onions.
**Add Bay Leaf:** Add 1 bay leaf to the crockpot.
**Slow Cook:** Cover and cook on high for 3 hours.
**Check for Tenderness:** After 3 hours, check the ribs for tenderness. They should be easily pierced with a fork.
**Continue Cooking (If Needed):** If the ribs aren't tender, continue cooking on low until tender, checking every 30-60 minutes. (This may take an additional 2-3 hours).
**Remove & Shred:** Remove the ribs and onions from the crockpot. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes. Shred the meat with two forks, discarding the bone and any large pieces of fat.
**Serve:** Serve your delicious pulled pork on buns with your favorite BBQ sauce, use it to make a pressed Cuban sandwich, roll it into taquitos, or fill tacos. Enjoy!