Pulled Pork Recipe

Name: Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 -4 lbs pork roast (pork butt roast); ¼ cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons coarse salt; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon cumin powder; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 3 cups apple juice; 2 cups water

Servings: persons

1
Combine dry ingredients in a bowl and rub on a 3 - 4 lb.
2
pork butt roast making sure to get it in all the crevices.
3
Once the rub is applied place pork roast in a large bowl or container then cover with foil and refrigerate 10-24 hours.
4
After allowing roast to refrigerate for the desired time remove and place it in a large roasting pan with a rack and put 3 cups of apple juice and 2 cups of water in the bottom of the pan.The rack will keep the roast elevated above the liquid in the pan while cooking.
5
Cover the pan very tightly with foil and cook in a 300 degree oven for 5 hours.
6
After 5 hours remove foil then cook for an additional 30 minutes.
7
After 30 minutes allow pork roast to rest at least 10 minutes then transfer to a bowl and shred with two forks then moisten shredded meat with desired BBQ sauce and serve on buns.
8
If preferred an outdoor smoker could be used instead of the oven just place the apple juice and water in the drip tray at the bottom of the smoker and the roast on the rack inside the smoker and cook on approximately 300 degrees for 5 hours.

358

kcal

Calories

Fat

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 -4 lbs pork roast (pork butt roast), ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons coarse salt, 2 tablespoons paprika, and more.

Yes, 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pulled Pork

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Variations & substitutions

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