Rootbeer Pulled Pork Recipe

Name: Rootbeer Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds Pork Butt; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Cracked Pepper; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 whole Onions; Peeled And Cut In Wedges; 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic; 5 cups Root Beer, Not Diet, Divided; 1 bottle (12 Oz. Bottle) Chili Sauce (heinz); 1/2 teaspoons Hot Sauce (lousiana Style); 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic; 1 whole Pickled Jalapeno Pepper, Diced (optional)

Servings: persons

4 pounds Pork Butt
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Cracked Pepper
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 whole Onions; Peeled And Cut In Wedges
2 teaspoons Minced Garlic
5 cups Root Beer, Not Diet, Divided
1 bottle (12 Oz. Bottle) Chili Sauce (heinz)
1/2 teaspoons Hot Sauce (lousiana Style)
1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
1 whole Pickled Jalapeno Pepper, Diced (optional)

1
Rub the roast all over with the salt and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a large pan and sear all sides.
3
Place roast in a slow cooker with onion wedges, garlic and 1 cup root beer.
4
Set on low and cook for 8 hours (5 hours if you set it on high).
5
Remove pork to a plate and shred pork with two forks.
6
Prepare the sauce.
7
In a medium sauce pan, place the remaining 4 cups root beer, chili sauce, hot sauce, garlic and jalapeno pepper if using.
8
Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer.
9
Simmer on low for about 45 minutes stirring often until sauce thickens.
10
Toss the sauce into the shredded pork.
11
Serve on a toasted bun.
12
Enjoy.

1208

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 pounds Pork Butt, 1/2 teaspoons Salt, 1 teaspoon Cracked Pepper, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Rootbeer 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.

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Rootbeer Pulled Pork

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