Kay Kay's Pulled Pork

Kay Kay's Pulled Pork
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    6 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    7 hrs 20 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    45

Slow-cooked to tender perfection, this pulled pork is infused with a symphony of sweet and smoky spices, then glazed with your favorite barbeque sauce. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    26 g
  • Cholesterol
    72 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    19 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    1319 mg
  • Sugar
    20 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the brown sugar, salt, paprika, black pepper, cayenne pepper, granulated sugar, garlic powder, and onion powder. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Generously rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring every surface is well coated. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 hrs Wrap the seasoned pork shoulder tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. (2 hours or overnight)

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Recipe View 2 mins Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add enough water (or chicken broth) to come about halfway up the sides of the pork. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 hrs Cover the slow cooker and cook on High for 4 hours or on Low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is incredibly tender and easily shreds with a fork. (4-10 hours)

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Recipe View 15 mins Carefully transfer the cooked pork shoulder to a large bowl. Using two forks, shred the pork, discarding any large pieces of fat. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Drain the cooking liquid from the slow cooker, reserving about 1 cup. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Pour in the bottle of barbeque sauce and stir to coat the pork evenly. Add reserved cooking liquid, a little at a time, until the pork reaches your desired level of moistness. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Reduce the slow cooker heat to Low and cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld further. (30-60 minutes)

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Recipe View Serve the pulled pork on buns, sliders, or over rice. Offer additional barbeque sauce on the side.

For a deeper smoky flavor, consider searing the pork shoulder on all sides in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker.
If you don't have a slow cooker, you can braise the pork shoulder in a Dutch oven in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 3-4 hours, or until fork-tender.
Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your liking. For a milder flavor, reduce or omit it altogether.
The reserved cooking liquid can also be used to make a flavorful barbeque sauce. Simply simmer it in a saucepan until reduced and thickened, then stir in your favorite seasonings.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 15 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Elnora Keebler

    My family devoured this! The perfect balance of sweet and savory.

  • Maximillian Collier

    So easy to make and always a hit at parties. I love the tip about searing the pork first!

  • Myra Stark

    I used chicken broth instead of water and it added so much flavor! Thanks for the great recipe!

  • Harold Becker

    This is the best pulled pork recipe I've ever tried! The spice rub is perfect.

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