Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork
Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork is a deliciously tender dish that transforms simple pork shoulder into a flavorful feast. Infused with the sweet and smoky essence of root beer, this easy recipe is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Just set it in your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you enjoy the enticing aromas filling your kitchen. Serve it on sandwiches, tacos, or over rice for a meal everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup root beer
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and rub garlic powder evenly across the meat.
- Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker; layer thinly sliced onions on top.
- Pour root beer over the meat until half-submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-6 hours until tender.
- Shred the pork using two forks and mix in barbecue sauce to coat.
- Serve on buns, tortillas, or over rice as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (113g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the pork shoulder in a hot skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. Substitute root beer with cola or Dr. Pepper for a different twist. Enhance flavor with extra seasonings like smoked paprika or chopped jalapeños.