5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork

Tender, juicy pulled pork slow-cooked with smoky barbecue flavors, perfect for sandwiches or served over rice.

This recipe has been a family favorite for years; every time I make it, the house fills with mouthwatering aroma and everyone eagerly waits at the table.

Ingredients

• Pork: 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) boneless pork shoulder or pork butt
• Seasonings: 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon salt
• Sauce: 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Liquid: 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.

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Step 1:

Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker.

Step 2:

Sprinkle the smoked paprika and salt evenly over the pork.

Step 3:

Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the meat.

Step 4:

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.

Step 5:

Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.

Step 6:

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, mix well with the sauce, and heat through for 10 minutes before serving.

Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.

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Stir sauces, sauté vegetables, and serve meals gently while adding a charming touch to everyday cooking.

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This dish always brings my family together, especially when served with coleslaw and toasted buns for a perfect meal.

Required Tools

Slow cooker (or Dutch oven for oven method), Cutting board, Knife, Forks (for shredding)

Allergen Information

Contains none inherently but BBQ sauce may contain gluten, soy, or other allergens - check labels carefully.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 350, Total Fat: 18 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 32 g (per serving)

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This pulled pork is perfect for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.

Recipe FAQs

→ What cut of pork works best?

Pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal due to its marbling and fat content, which becomes tender and juicy when slow-cooked.

→ How long should the pork cook?

Slow cook the pork on low for about 8 hours until it is tender enough to shred easily with forks.

→ Can I adjust the spice level?

Yes, adding chili powder or cayenne pepper enhances spiciness according to personal taste.

→ What liquids help keep the pork moist?

Chicken broth combined with barbecue sauce adds moisture and depth to the slow-cooked pork.

→ How can leftovers be stored?

Leftover pulled pork freezes well for up to two months when stored in airtight containers.

→ Is this dish gluten-free?

Using gluten-free barbecue sauce makes this dish suitable for gluten-sensitive diets. Always check labels.