North Carolina Pulled Pork

1. 1

   Score the skin of the pork with a sharp knife.

2. 2

   Season the pork with 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.

3. 3

   In a 5-to 6-quart crock pot, heat the oil over high heat until hot.

4. 4

   Sear the pork butt, turning once, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes total.

5. 5

   Stir in the vinegar, sugar and red pepper flakes, then cover the crock pot.

6. 6

   Simmer the pork butt on low, covered, turning over once, until the meat is very tender, 7 to 8 hours.

7. 7

   Shred the pork, discarding the bone, then place the shredded pork back in the cooking liquid.

8. 8

   Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with coleslaw on rolls.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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