Description
This Easy Pulled Pork Recipe delivers tender, flavorful pulled pork that’s perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or simply enjoying on its own. Using a slow cooker ensures the pork is juicy and shreds effortlessly, infused with smoky and tangy barbecue flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4-5 pounds pork butt or shoulder
- 2 ½ – 3 ounces liquid smoke
- 1 bottle barbecue sauce (about 16 ounces)
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook Pork: Place the pork butt or shoulder and liquid smoke into the slow cooker. Set the cooker to low and cook for approximately 7 hours, or until the pork is tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Shred the Pork: Carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker. Cut away any excess fat, then shred the meat thoroughly using two forks. Pour off all the cooking liquid from the slow cooker except for about ¼ cup, which will keep the meat moist and flavorful.
- Combine with Barbecue Sauce: Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and add barbecue sauce to taste. Stir well to evenly coat all the pork in the sauce, ensuring maximum flavor in every bite.
- Heat and Serve: Keep the slow cooker on low and heat until the sauce is warmed through and the pulled pork is ready to serve. This helps the flavors meld and ensures the dish is served hot.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of liquid smoke depending on your preference for smokiness.
- For extra flavor, consider seasoning the pork with salt, pepper, or your favorite dry rub before cooking.
- Serve on toasted buns with coleslaw for classic pulled pork sandwiches.
- Leftover pulled pork can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
