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This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. Slow cooker pulled pork is my favorite way to serve a crowd! This pork is coated in a homemade spice rub, then it’s simmered in the Crockpot until it’s perfectly tender. Shred the meat and dinner is ready to serve! Crockpot
pulled pork is easy to make, incredibly delicious and everyone always loves it! With just about 10 minutes of prep, this recipe is great to add to the slow cooker before heading out for the day. You’ll come home to tender, juicy pulled pork, perfect for sandwiches and so much more. On busy days when I know I won’t have much time to prepare dinner, I love to use my crock pot. My family is crazy about this simple, yet satisfying pulled pork. It’s so tasty, I personally think it’s the best slow cooker pulled pork. And it makes for such an easy and versatile dinner option – it can be used in so many different ways. It’s also a great meal idea for a huge family dinner, for game day or even parties. I make this recipe at least once a month! Let the slow cooker do all of the work, and then pile this pulled pork on toasted buns and top with some fresh homemade coleslaw for a meal that’s always a hit! We also often enjoy this pork stuffed in baked potatoes or served with Cauliflower Au Gratin or Mac and Cheese. Ingredients neededOther than the pork, you probably already have everything needed to make this recipe. This list is short and sweet! Here’s the lineup:
How To Make Pulled Pork in the slow cookerSucculent, juicy, and bursting with flavor, making pulled pork in the slow cooker is a lot easier to make than you might expect. Here’s the simple process, but for the full, printable recipe, reference the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Pulled Pork in the ovenIf you prefer to cook the pulled pork in the oven, preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Follow the above steps, 1 through 3. Then, place pork in a Dutch oven pot. Cover pot with lid and cook in the oven for 3 hours. Remove lid and cook for an additional 1-2 hours, until pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. Pulled pork in the instant potFollow steps 1 through 3 above, then place pork in Instant Pot. Cook on Manual/High pressure for 70 minutes. When timer beeps, allow the pot to naturally release pressure, about 15 minutes longer. How do you know when pork is fully cooked?It is possible to overcook pulled pork. You want your pork to be pull-apart tender—an indication that the connective tissue has broken down—but not so cooked that the muscle fibers themselves start to lose structure and turn to mush. According to Kingsford, once the meat reaches an internal temperature of 205 F, it is ready to be pulled. I actually prefer to pull my pork at a temperature of around 203 F. You’ll know that it’s done when the pork is fork-tender, meaning just a hint of pressure from the tines of a fork causes it to absolutely fall apart. I like using this meat thermometer (affiliate link) to check for doneness. What Is the Best cut of meat For Pulled Pork?For juicy, tender pork, you want a cut of meat with some marbling for flavor and to keep the pork from drying out. The best cut of meat for pulled pork is pork shoulder. Pork butt and pork shoulder both come from the shoulder of the hog and either will work great. Either part of the pork shoulder will result in a wonderful taste and texture. However, if you have a choice between the top of the pork shoulder (the Boston butt) or the bottom of the pork shoulder (the picnic roast), choose the Boston butt. It will be the most juicy, tender, and super flavorful! How do you pull pork?Pulled pork is just a fancy way of saying shredded pork. Pulling pork is super easy. Here’s the simple process:
How much pulled pork per person?If you’d like to determine about how much pulled pork you should make for an event or get together, keep in mind:
Use this simple formula to figure out how much pork you’ll need per person:
Here’s an example, if you’ll be needing to feed 50 guests. 50 X .33 = 16.5 lbs cooked pulled pork needed 16.5 X 2 = 33 pounds raw pork butt needed It’s important to keep in mind kids won’t eat as much, so if there are lots of kids at the event, you may not need as much. Also, if you’re serving the pork as the main dish with some light sides, you will need more than if you’re serving it as sandwiches or tacos. Tips For Recipe SuccessThis slow cooker pulled pork recipe really is so simple, but here are some tips to make sure it’s absolutely perfect every time you make it!
Serving suggestionsThere are pretty much endless options when it comes to serving this dish. Here are some of my favs:
How to store, reheat & freeze
Slow cooker pulled pork is honestly one of my favorite meals. It always comes out so tender, flavorful and delicious. It’s amazing in a sandwich, on pizza, for tacos, or to simply eat as-is with some chips and potato salad. Using a Crockpot makes it such an easy meal too! This one is definitely a crowd pleaser! If you try this recipe, let me know! Leave a comment and if your family loves it as much as mine does, be sure to give it a five star ⭐️ rating! Also, tag @kimscravings on Instagram with a picture of your creation. It’s so fun to see what you’re cooking! Be sure to subscribe to our mailing list to receive more healthy delicious recipes straight to your inbox. Slow Cooker Pulled PorkYield: 8 servings Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 8 hrs Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins Slow cooker pulled pork is my favorite way to serve a crowd! This pork is coated in a homemade spice rub, then simmered in the crockpot until tender. Shred the meat, then dinner is ready to serve! Crockpot pulled pork is easy, tender, delicious and everyone always loves it!
For BBQ pulled pork: After pork is shredded, stir in about 1 cup BBQ sauce, then serve. Leftover pulled pork can be stored in the fridge for up to four days, or in the freezer for up to four months. Make ahead: The pork can be made a day or two in advance. Photos by Sasha at Eat Love Eats Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Serving: 1serving, Calories: 239kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 39g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 102mg, Sodium: 684mg, Potassium: 696mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 4g, Vitamin A: 278IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 24mg, Iron: 2mg get new recipes via email:Don't miss a single recipe from Kim's Cravings — sign up for posts by email! How long do you cook pulled pork per pound?A basic rule of thumb, but in no way is it an exact guide, is 90 minutes of smoking time per pound at 225° to 250°. Another way is to use a thermometer the entire time for indications of when your pork may be done. Remove it from the smoker once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°.
How long does pork take in the slow cooker?How long to cook a pork roast in the slow cooker – for pork loin, 4 to 5 hours on low for tender, juicy perfection. Pork shoulder needs to be cooked for 10 hours on low for a 1.5 – 2.5kg / 3 – 5 lb pork roast.
How long do you slow cook pork shoulder per pound?On LOW you should cook the roast for 2 hours per pound and on HIGH 1 hour per pound + 1 hour. Just make sure your roast has an internal temperature of 145 degrees F tested with a meat thermometer. My family loves this pork roast!
How long does it take to cook a 5 lb pulled pork?Cover and cook on LOW (recommended) 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until pork is tender and shreds easily with a fork.
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