Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Roast Recipe

Name: Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Roast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups beer; 2 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar; 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teapoons dried crushed red pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 (5 to 8 pound) Boston pork butt

Servings: persons

1
Bring first 9 ingredients to a boil in a very large pot.
2
Reduce heat and simmer 1 minute to blend flavors.
3
Place pork in a large Dutch oven, pour half the liquid over the pork.
4
Cover and place the pork in a 300 degree preheated oven.
5
Roast for 4 to 5 hours.
6
Boil remaining liquid over medium high heat, stirring occasionally.
7
Pay careful attention to the sauce near the 30 minute mark, if the mixture gets foamy, remove from heat.
8
Cook until reduced to the consistency of syrup, about 40 minutes.
9
Discard bay leaves and let cool for about 15 minutes.
10
Mixture will thicken considerably as it cools.
11
Top roasted pork with BBQ sauce.

641

kcal

Calories

Fat

141

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups beer, 2 1/2 cups packed dark brown sugar, 1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar, 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder, and more.

Yes, Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Roast 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Beer-Basted Pulled Pork Roast

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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