Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork: A Sweet and Savory Feast

Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork: A Sweet and Savory Feast

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Prep: min | Cook: min | Total: min

Servings:

Ingredients

• 4-5 lbs pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
• 1 can (12 oz) root beer
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1-2 cups barbecue sauce (your favorite kind)
• For Serving: Buns
• Instructions:
• Prepare the PorkTrim excess fat from the pork shoulder and place it in the slow cooker.
• Add the Liquid IngredientsPour the root beer, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard over the pork.
• Season the PorkIn a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the pork.
• Cook the PorkCover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
• Shred the PorkRemove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks, discarding any bones if applicable.
• Mix with Barbecue SauceReturn the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix in your desired amount of barbecue sauce. Stir to coat the pork evenly.
• ServeServe the pulled pork on buns with extra barbecue sauce on the side. Pair with coleslaw, potato salad, or your favorite sides for a complete meal.
• Pro Tips:
• Crispy Option: Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes for crispy edges before mixing in the barbecue sauce.
• Adjust the Sweetness: Use less root beer or add more vinegar if you prefer a less sweet flavor.
• Freeze Leftovers: Pulled pork freezes well for up to 3 months—perfect for quick meals later.

Instructions

1. Prepare the : PorkTrim excess fat from the pork shoulder and place it in the slow cooker.
2. Add the : Liquid IngredientsPour the root beer, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard over the pork.
3. Season the : PorkIn a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the pork.
4. Cook the : PorkCover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
5. Shred the : PorkRemove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks, discarding any bones if applicable.
6. Mix with : Barbecue SauceReturn the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix in your desired amount of barbecue sauce. Stir to coat the pork evenly.
7. Serve: Serve the pulled pork on buns with extra barbecue sauce on the side. Pair with coleslaw, potato salad, or your favorite sides for a complete meal.
8. Pro Tips:: Crispy Option: Spread the shredded pork on a baking sheet and broil for 5 minutes for crispy edges before mixing in the barbecue sauce.
9. Adjust the : Sweetness: Use less root beer or add more vinegar if you prefer a less sweet flavor.
10. Freeze : Leftovers: Pulled pork freezes well for up to 3 months—perfect for quick meals later.
11. This : Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork is the perfect combination of ease and flavor, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it at a party or enjoying it as a cozy family meal, this dish is sure to impress.
12. Check out the original recipe on I : Wuv Cooking and let me know how it turned out for you. Don’t forget to share this recipe with friends—they’ll love it as much as you do!

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