Description
Enjoy the ultimate comfort food experience with The BEST Crock Pot Pulled Pork. This easy-to-make recipe features a succulent, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with a savory garlic herb rub, resulting in tender, flavorful meat that practically melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a family dinner, game day gathering, or backyard barbecue—this dish is sure to impress your guests. Serve it piled high on buns with barbecue sauce, or try it in tacos and nachos for a delightful twist. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to share without the hassle.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds boneless pork shoulder or loin
- 1 cup apple juice
- 1 tablespoon seasoning salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups barbecue sauce (or as desired)
- Buns (as desired)
Instructions
- Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour in apple juice.
- In a mixing bowl, combine seasoning ingredients and rub half on the pork. Turn it over and apply the remaining seasoning.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours until tender.
- Shred the pork with forks and mix with juices from the cooker. Add barbecue sauce as desired and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg