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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Succulent slow cooker pulled pork seasoned to perfection and simmered in the slow cooker. Perfect all by itself or for use in many different recipes.
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine American
Keyword crockpot, pork shoulder, slow cooker
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 1 day 8 hours
Servings 10 Servings
Calories 418kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 5 pound bone-in pork shoulder
  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cups beef broth

Instructions

  • Combine salt, chili powder, cumin, granulated garlic, pepper and oregano in a bowl.
  • Rub spice mixture all over the pork.
  • Slice the onion and lay it on the bottom of a 5 quart slow cooker. Place the pork on top of the onions. Pour beef broth over the top. Cover and cook for 8 hours.
  • Remove from slow cooker. Allow to cool slightly. Remove meat from slow cooker and use two forks to shred.
  • If desired, use a fine mesh strainer to strain the broth. Allow it to set so that the fat rises to the top. Spoon off the fat and pour desired amount of broth of the top of the pork. Just enough to make it moist enough for your liking. 
  • Use in a variety of recipes.
  • To make pulled pork in the instant pot: Turn on the saute feature. Sear roast on all sides. Scatter onions around the pork. Pour in 1 cup beef broth. Cook on high pressure for 120 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 20 minutes. Remove from pot, shred and serve.

Notes

Nutrition facts for estimation purposes only.

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 4.57g | Protein: 37.55g | Fat: 37.55g | Saturated Fat: 27.77g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 2872mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 2.49g