Description
Slow Cooker Texas Pulled Pork is the ultimate comfort food that brings friends and family together. This tender, flavorful dish is perfect for game day, summer barbecues, or cozy family dinners. The slow cooking method ensures that every bite is juicy and infused with a rich blend of spices. With minimal preparation, you can create a mouthwatering meal that satisfies everyone’s cravings. Serve it on soft buns, top it over nachos, or mix it into tacos—this versatile pulled pork adapts to your serving preferences. Elevate your culinary experience with this easy-to-follow recipe that guarantees deliciousness every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons black pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 tablespoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and minced garlic to create the dry rub.
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and apply the dry rub evenly on all sides.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to create the cooking liquid.
- Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour the cooking liquid over it.
- Set the slow cooker on low heat and cook for 8 hours or until fork-tender.
- Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and serve as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg