{"id":297,"date":"2024-06-07T22:30:46","date_gmt":"2024-06-07T22:30:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/?p=297"},"modified":"2026-01-03T13:04:22","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T13:04:22","slug":"the-best-slow-cooker-pulled-pork","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/the-best-slow-cooker-pulled-pork\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Slow Cooker Pulled Pork"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"\">This slow cooker pulled pork is the kind of recipe you come back to again and again. Made with a simple spice rub and cooked low and slow, the pork turns irresistibly tender, flavorful, and easy to shred. With minimal prep and no bottled sauces required, it\u2019s a reliable go-to for busy days, casual gatherings, or meal prep for the week ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">The seasoning blend balances smoky, sweet, and just a touch of heat, while apple cider vinegar keeps the pork juicy and adds subtle tang. Serve it piled high on sandwiches, tucked into tacos, or alongside classic comfort-food sides. If you love crispy edges, a quick broil at the end adds that irresistible texture without sacrificing tenderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Ingredients<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">4 lb pork shoulder (pork butt), boneless or bone-in<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">2 tablespoons paprika (smoked paprika recommended)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">2 tablespoons brown sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon ground black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon cayenne pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon onion powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">1 teaspoon kosher salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00bc cup apple cider vinegar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">\u00be cup water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Directions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the pork, pressing it in well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pour the apple cider vinegar and water into the bottom of the slow cooker.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Carefully place the seasoned pork into the slow cooker, fat-side up if possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Cover and cook on <strong>LOW for 8 hours<\/strong>, or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Discard any large pieces of excess fat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Add some of the cooking juices back into the shredded pork as desired for moisture and flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Optional Finishing Steps<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Extra Flavor:<\/strong> Sprinkle a small pinch of reserved seasoning over the shredded pork and toss gently.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\"><strong>Crispy Ends:<\/strong> Spread shredded pork on a foil-lined baking sheet and broil for <strong>2\u20134 minutes<\/strong>, watching closely, until edges are lightly crisped.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Storage &amp; Serving Tips<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to <strong>4 days<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Pulled pork freezes well for up to <strong>3 months<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Serve on buns, in tacos, over baked potatoes, or alongside coleslaw and cornbread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\">Based on recipe found on <a href=\"https:\/\/slowcookergourmet.net\/best-slow-cooker-pulled-pork\/\">slowcookergourmet<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This slow cooker pulled pork is the kind of recipe you come back to again and again. Made with a simple spice rub and cooked low and slow, the pork turns irresistibly tender, flavorful, and easy to shred. With minimal prep and no bottled sauces required, it\u2019s a reliable go-to for busy days, casual gatherings, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":463,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"nf_dc_page":"","advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-297","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/The-Best-Slow-Cooker-Pulled-Pork-scaled.jpg?fit=2560%2C1868&ssl=1","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":309,"url":"https:\/\/amargolisdesign.com\/hobbies\/recipes\/unstuffed-cabbage\/","url_meta":{"origin":297,"position":0},"title":"Unstuffed Cabbage","author":"amargolisHobbies","date":"June 8, 2022","format":false,"excerpt":"Unstuffed cabbage delivers all the comforting flavors of classic stuffed cabbage rolls\u2014without the time-consuming rolling and stuffing. 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