Apple Cider Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion and

Name: Apple Cider Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion and Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (12 fluid ounce) bottles hard apple cider; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin; 1/2 cup butter; 1 large onion, cut into strips; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; salt and ground black pepper to taste; 2 large Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced; 6 hard rolls, split

Servings: persons

3 (12 fluid ounce) bottles hard apple cider
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin
1/2 cup butter
1 large onion, cut into strips
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
6 hard rolls, split

1
Combine hard apple cider and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a slow cooker; mix until dissolved.
2
Add pork tenderloin.
3
Cook tenderloin on Low until very tender, about 6 hours.
4
Shred pork with a fork.
5
About 20 minutes for the pork is finished, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onion until well browned, about 10 minutes.
6
Combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and onion powder; season with salt and pepper.
7
Stir apples and sugar mixture into cooked onion.
8
Cover and cook until apples are tender and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes more.
9
Spoon pork and apple-onion sauce over rolls to serve.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (12 fluid ounce) bottles hard apple cider, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin, 1/2 cup butter, and more.

Yes, Apple Cider Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion and Apples falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple Cider Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion and Apples

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