Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Easy Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork, a dish that combines simplicity and flavor. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to game day gatherings—this recipe yields tender, juicy pork infused with a homemade BBQ sauce that packs a punch. Let your slow cooker do the work while you enjoy the tantalizing aroma filling your home. Whether served on toasted buns with coleslaw or as a hearty taco filling, this versatile dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, you can easily make it in large batches for meal prep or freezing, ensuring you always have a tasty option on hand!
Ingredients
- 3.5–4.5 kg (5–7 lb) pork shoulder
- 1 cup beer (or apple cider/apple juice)
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 cups tomato ketchup
- 1 cup water (or use remaining beer!)
- 3 tbsp molasses (original, not blackstrap)
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 4 tsp mustard powder
- 3 tsp garlic powder
- 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp Tabasco (or cayenne pepper, optional for spiciness)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar and spices to create the rub. Rub generously over the pork shoulder.
- Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker and pour beer or other liquid over it.
- Cover and cook on low for about 10 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the pork with forks and mix in homemade BBQ sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 600 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or Tabasco to your BBQ sauce. Pair with classic sides like coleslaw or baked beans for a complete meal.