Pulled Pork Recipe Slow Cooker Dr Pepper

July 03, 2023 Post a Comment

Slow Cooker Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Let's Dish Recipes from letsdishrecipes.com

Description

This pulled pork recipe is an easy and delicious way to make one of the most popular barbecue dishes. It cooks in a slow cooker, and the flavor is enhanced with Dr Pepper, giving it a unique and tasty flavor. The result is juicy, tender pulled pork that is sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. It is also great for leftovers, and can be used in sandwiches or tacos.

This recipe is simple to make and requires minimal effort. All you need is pork shoulder, Dr Pepper, and a few pantry staples. The pork shoulder is rubbed with a blend of spices and then slow cooked in the Dr Pepper. The Dr Pepper not only adds flavor, but also helps to tenderize the meat, making it melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The slow cooking also helps to break down the tough fibers in the pork, making it perfect for shredding into pulled pork.

Ingredients

2-3 pounds pork shoulder

2 teaspoons garlic powder

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon sea salt

2 cups Dr Pepper

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, sugar, and sea salt. Rub the spice blend all over the pork shoulder. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.

2. In a medium bowl, mix together the Dr Pepper, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture over the pork shoulder.

3. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

4. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Serve with your favorite barbecue sauce and accompaniments. Enjoy!

Equipment

Slow cooker

Small bowl

Medium bowl

Two forks

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more people. The pork can also be cooked in a Dutch oven or oven-safe pot with a lid. Just add the Dr Pepper mixture to the pot, cover, and cook at 300°F for 4-6 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart.

Nutrition

Serving size: 4 ounces

Calories: 180

Total Fat: 8g

Saturated Fat: 2.5g

Cholesterol: 75mg

Sodium: 420mg

Total Carbohydrates: 6g

Dietary Fiber: 0g

Sugar: 5g

Protein: 22g