Southern Style Pulled Pork Recipe

Name: Southern Style Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 baguettes 8-inch; 8 slices cheddar cheese; 8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese; 8 ounces kosher pickles slices; 1/4 cup yellow mustard; 3 pounds pork shoulder; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cloves garlic Smashed; 2 cups chicken broth Low Sodium; 1/4 cup onion Minced; 1 clove garlic Minced; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 cup ketchup; 2/3 cup dark brown sugar; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

8 baguettes 8-inch
8 slices cheddar cheese
8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
8 ounces kosher pickles slices
1/4 cup yellow mustard
3 pounds pork shoulder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic Smashed
2 cups chicken broth Low Sodium
1/4 cup onion Minced
1 clove garlic Minced
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup ketchup
2/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1
Pre-heat on medium high heat a deep cast iron pan with a lid or Dutch oven.Cut pork shoulder into 8 chunks and season with salt and pepper.Add vegetable oil to pan and brown pork on all sides. Add garlic and stock to pan and bring to a boil.Cover and place in a 350F pre-heated oven for 2.5 hours. Remove from oven and let rest with the lid on for 15 minutes before shredding.
2
In a sauce pan over medium heat, add onion, garlic and oil and sweat for 5 minutes.Add remaining ingredients and simmer for 30 minutes.
3
Set oven rack in the center and turn oven to broil.On the bottom half of the baguette place some BBQ sauce, pulled pork, more BBQ sauce, and both cheeses. Place on sheet pan and put under broiler until cheese melts.Spread mustard on top half of baguette and cover with pickles.

1698

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

162

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 baguettes 8-inch, 8 slices cheddar cheese, 8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese, 8 ounces kosher pickles slices, and more.

Yes, Southern Style 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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Southern Style Pulled Pork

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Variations & substitutions

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