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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

This easy slow cooker pulled pork recipe is perfect for busy weeks, requiring minimal effort and delivering maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 lbs pork shoulder (also known as Boston butt) Boneless is preferred but bone-in works too.
  • 1 tbsp salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp black pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 tbsp sugar Optional, enhances the flavor.
  • 1 cup onion, sliced Optional for added flavor.
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar Adds tanginess.
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Adds depth of flavor.
Serving Suggestions
  • 8 pieces toasted buns For serving the pulled pork.
  • 1 cup coleslaw Optional topping.
  • 1 cup pickles Optional topping.
  • 1 cup jalapeños Optional topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, and sugar.
  2. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
  3. Add sliced onions, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce on top.
Cooking
  1. Cook the pork on low for 8 to 10 hours until it shreds easily with a fork.
  2. Remove the pork and skim off excess fat before serving.
Serving
  1. Serve the pulled pork on toasted buns with toppings of your choice.

Notes

For best results, avoid cooking on high. Let the flavors develop over time, and experiment with various toppings like slaw, pickles, and hot sauce.