5-Ingredient BBQ Pulled Pork

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

This BBQ pulled pork has always been a hit at family gatherings and weeknight dinners.

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

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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.

Crisp vegetables, roast meats, bake snacks, and reheat leftovers quickly for easy, flavorful home cooking.

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Crisp vegetables, roast meats, bake snacks, and reheat leftovers quickly for easy, flavorful home cooking.

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This recipe has created many happy family moments over shared meals around the table.

Notes

For a spicier version add 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper. Serve on toasted buns with coleslaw or over baked potatoes.

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.

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This pulled pork recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy BBQ any night of the week.

Recipe FAQs

→ What cut of meat is best for this dish?

Boneless pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal due to its marbling and tenderness after slow cooking.

→ Can I prepare this without a slow cooker?

Yes, an oven-safe Dutch oven can be used at low temperature for the same slow-cooking effect.

→ How can I make the dish spicier?

Add chili powder or cayenne pepper before cooking to introduce heat without overpowering the smoky flavors.

→ Is this suitable for gluten-free diets?

Ensure to use gluten-free barbecue sauce to maintain gluten-free status of the dish.

→ How should leftovers be stored?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.