Root Beer BBQ Pork Recipe

Name: Root Beer BBQ Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds Boneless Pork Loin Roast; 1 Tablespoon Oil; 3 Tablespoons BBQ Seasoning Mix, Dry Mix; 18 ounces, fluid BBQ Sauce, Bottled; 1- 1/4 cup Root Beer; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 teaspoon Garlic, Minced; 3 dashes Liquid Smoke; 3 Tablespoons Brown Sugar; 1 Tablespoon Mustard

Servings: persons

1
Oven method: Preheat oven to 350 F. Ninja: Preheat to roasting setting at 375 F.
2
Pat your roast dry and season generously with your preferred dry rub/BBQ seasoning.
3
In a deep skillet over high heat, heat the oil.
4
Then add the roast.
5
Sear the roast on all sides until a nice and caramelized, about 2-3 minutes per side.
6
Remove roast from pan and place in an oven roasting pan (pr of using a Ninja, place on roasting rack in Ninja) and roast for about 1 hour 15 minutes or until internal temperature is at 145 F in the thickest part of the roast.
7
Start preparing the sauce with about 30 minutes left.
8
Remove the roast from the oven/Ninja (keep oven/Ninja on), let it rest for about 10 minutes then shred with 2 forks.
9
Toss it in a bowl with the sauce (recipe below) and place back in the Ninja or oven for about 10 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize onto the meat.
10
Remove when done and serve on toasty buns!
11
For the sauce: Combine BBQ sauce, root beer, salt, garlic, Liquid Smoke, brown sugar and mustard in a saucepan.
12
Bring to a boil over medium high heat.
13
Reduce heat and allow to simmer for about 15-20 minutes stirring occasionally.
14
The sauce will reduce allowing the flavors to blend together perfectly.

904

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds Boneless Pork Loin Roast, 1 Tablespoon Oil, 3 Tablespoons BBQ Seasoning Mix, Dry Mix, 18 ounces, fluid BBQ Sauce, Bottled, and more.

Yes, Root Beer BBQ 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!

Root Beer BBQ Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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