Pioneer Woman Pulled Pork Recipe
This Pioneer Woman Pulled Pork Recipe is juicy, tender and full of smoky flavor. It is perfect for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Prepare the pork
- Pat pork dry with paper towel. This helps seasoning stick better and improves flavor.
Season the meat
- Mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Rub evenly over pork.
Sear the pork
- Heat oil in a pan. Sear pork on all sides until browned for deeper flavor.
Transfer to cooker
- Place pork in slow cooker or pot. This is where it will cook slowly.
Add liquids
- Pour BBQ sauce, chicken broth and vinegar over pork. This keeps it moist and flavorful.
Cook slowly
- Cook on low heat for about 6 hours until pork is very tender and easy to shred.
Shred the pork
- Use two forks to shred the pork into small pieces. It should fall apart easily.
Mix with sauce
- Stir shredded pork into the cooking sauce for extra flavor and moisture.
Serve hot
- Serve warm and enjoy the juicy and flavorful pulled pork.
Notes
- Use pork shoulder for best results
- Add smoked paprika for deeper flavor
- Use homemade BBQ sauce
- Add onions or garlic to cooker
- Cook overnight for convenience
- Use buns for sandwiches
- Add coleslaw for crunch