Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Apple Cider
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Apple Cider is a delightful dish that combines tender, juicy pork shoulder with the sweet and tangy essence of apple cider. This easy-to-make recipe results in flavorful pulled pork that effortlessly shreds, making it perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice. Gather your loved ones for a comforting meal that promises to impress with its incredible taste and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 medium onions, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut into large chunks.
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture onto the pork pieces.
- Sauté onions and garlic in a skillet until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Place seasoned pork into the slow cooker; add apple cider, sautéed onions, garlic, and BBQ sauce.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for about 4 hours until the pork is tender.
- Shred the pork in the slow cooker using two forks and stir to combine flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, sear the pork before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to customize spices based on your taste preferences; consider adding smoked paprika or chipotle for heat. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.