Carolina Pulled Pork Recipe

Name: Carolina Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs boston butt (pork roast); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; SAUCE; 1/2 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup water; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

4 lbs boston butt (pork roast)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
SAUCE
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1
Place boston butt pork roast in a dutch oven with enough water to come up to middle half of roast. Add salt and black pepper.
2
Boil covered on middle low heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours until flaky tender. Lift roast out of water onto a plate and allow to cool.
3
Shred or cut into small pieces resembling pulled pork. Put into a serving bowl and add sauce to one's own taste.
4
SAUCE: Mix ketchup, water, lemon juice, oil, brown sugar, vinegar, worcestershire and red pepper flakes. Put in a small saucepan and boil for 1 to 2 minutes. Cool and use to season boston butt roast.
5
Serve with vegetables or serve in a sandwich bun.
6
Note: See recipe #310662 (coleslaw) and recipe #307995 (fried cornbread) for good suggested side dishes.

104

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Carbs

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 lbs boston butt (pork roast), 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, SAUCE, and more.

Yes, Carolina Pulled Pork 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.

Carolina Pulled Pork

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