Pulled Pork

• For 8 people
• Preparation time (dont cuisson) : 480 minutes
• Cooking time : 360 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder : 4 pounds
• Dry Rub
  • Brown sugar : 1/4 cup
  • Paprika : 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic powder : 1 tablespoon
  • Onion powder : 1 tablespoon
  • Salt : 1 tablespoon
  • Black pepper : 1 tablespoon
• Barbecue Sauce
  • Ketchup : 1 cup
  • Brown sugar : 1/4 cup
  • Apple cider vinegar : 1/4 cup
  • Worcestershire sauce : 2 tablespoons
  • Dijon mustard : 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/2 teaspoon

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Steps

• Preparing the Pork Shoulder
• Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C).
• In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients for the dry rub.
• Rub the dry rub all over the pork shoulder, making sure to cover all sides.
• Place the pork shoulder on a baking sheet and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
• Slow Cooking the Pork Shoulder
• Place the baking sheet with the pork shoulder in the preheated oven.
• Slow cook the pork shoulder for 6 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C).
• Shredding the Pork
• Remove the pork shoulder from the oven and let it rest for 20 minutes.
• Using two forks, shred the pork shoulder into small pieces.
• Making the Barbecue Sauce
• In a saucepan, combine all the ingredients for the barbecue sauce.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
• Mixing the Barbecue Sauce with the Shredded Pork
• Pour the barbecue sauce over the shredded pork and mix well to coat all the pieces.
• Let the pulled pork sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Tips

• For extra flavor, marinate the pork shoulder in the dry rub overnight in the refrigerator.
• Serve the pulled pork on buns with coleslaw for a classic pulled pork sandwich.

Information

• Pulled pork is a popular dish in Southern cuisine, typically made from slow-cooked pork shoulder or pork butt. The meat becomes tender and easily shredded, making it perfect for sandwiches or tacos.
• This recipe uses a homemade barbecue sauce, but you can also use your favorite store-bought sauce if preferred.