Miss a's Pulled Pork Shoulder

Miss A's Pulled Pork Shoulder is the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender, fall-apart meat infused with bold, smoky-sweet spices and a hint of tangy apple cider vinegar. This slow-cooked masterpiece is seasoned with a flavorful rub of paprika, brown sugar, and a touch of optional cayenne for a customizable kick. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker or oven over low heat, the pork turns irresistibly juicy and shreds effortlessly. Infuse the shredded pork with its own rich cooking juices for unbeatable flavor, then serve it with your favorite barbecue sauce. Whether piled onto sandwiches, tucked into tacos, or served as a hearty main, this versatile recipe is an easy-to-follow showstopper for family gatherings, meal prep, or any night of the week.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
• 1 cup Chicken stock or water
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

1. Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder, but leave a thin layer to keep the meat moist during cooking.

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper (if using).

Step 3

3. Rub the spice mixture generously all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated. For best results, wrap the seasoned pork in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4

4. Preheat your slow cooker or oven to 250°F (121°C).

Step 5

5. If using a slow cooker, place the pork shoulder into the cooker. If using an oven, place the pork in a roasting pan with a lid or cover tightly with foil.

Step 6

6. In a measuring cup, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, yellow mustard, and chicken stock or water. Pour this mixture around the pork shoulder.

Step 7

7. Cover the slow cooker or roasting pan and cook the pork on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 8

8. Once cooked, transfer the pork shoulder to a cutting board and let it rest for 10 minutes. Use two forks to shred the meat, discarding any large pieces of fat.

Step 9

9. Skim off any excess fat from the cooking liquid and stir 1/2 cup of the liquid into the pulled pork for added flavor and moisture.

Step 10

10. Serve the pulled pork warm with barbecue sauce on the side or use it to make sandwiches, tacos, or over a salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2419.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5174.4

Total Fat 366.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 7943.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 122.0g
Protein 334.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.5mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 5771.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 11.8%