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My best pulled pork slow cooker recipe is hands down the easiest, tastiest, and most delicious way to feed a crowd. It has to be one of the easiest pulled pork slow cooker recipes ever.
Just put the pork shoulder roast into the slow cooker, add sliced onion and our tasty sauce, close the lid, and five hours later, you can serve juicy and tender pulled pork, which the whole family and friends will enjoy.
I love to serve this amazing pulled pork slow cooker dish with fresh ciabatta buns, homemade coleslaw, and crispy oven-roasted potatoes on the side. You could also serve it with our tasty German potato salad on the side.
By the way, in my video, you can also see how I make a quick and easy coleslaw while the pork is simmering. You can watch the video here.
Tip: If you happen to have any leftovers, you could take a pulled pork sandwich to work the next day for lunch.
Pro Tip: This slow cooker pulled pork dish is ideal for a dinner party or for bringing to a potluck at a friend’s house.
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Ingredients For Our Pulled Pork Slow Cooker Recipe
Let’s talk about our main ingredient, the pork: I highly recommend getting a pork shoulder roast. The bone and the higher fat content will give the meat extra flavor.
Furthermore, I choose not to remove the fatty pieces from the pork once it has finished cooking. I find that the rich, flavorful fat enhances the overall taste and texture of the meat. By mixing it in with the leaner portions, the dish becomes more savory and enjoyable.
However, if you have health concerns or personal preferences, it is perfectly fine to remove the fatty bits and pieces.
The sauce: You will notice that I am using two large brown onions, which I chop into fairly large pieces. Due to the extended cooking time, the onions will mostly dissolve, but they will serve as an excellent flavor enhancer.
The combination of the different condiments like the ketchup, BBQ sauce, as well as the Worcester sauce will give the pulled pork a beautiful stickiness.
Tip: If you enjoy milder flavors and find that spicy dishes aren’t to your liking, you can simply skip the chili flakes in the recipe. Otherwise, I recommend using all the ingredients as specified in the recipe card for the best flavor and balance.
Best Pulled Pork Slow Cooker Recipe In 3 Simple Steps
After simmering in the slow cooker or crockpot on the high setting for 5 to 6 hours, you can enjoy succulent and flavorful pulled pork. It is the perfect dish to feed a crowd and serves as an ideal comfort food for those cold autumn and winter evenings.
Step 1 – Prepare The Sauce
First, gather the spices and herbs, including salt, smoked paprika dried thyme, chili flakes (optional), and freshly ground pepper.
Next, roughly chop some brown onions and a couple of garlic cloves and transfer them into a small to medium-sized bowl.
Now, we are adding condiments such as ketchup, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and either wholegrain or Dijon mustard. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Step 2 – The Slow Cooker Does All The Hard Work
Place the piece of pork into the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, along with the onions and garlic. Ensure it is spread out evenly so the pork is fully covered.
Choose either the high setting for 5 hours or the low setting for about 8 hours on your slow cooker. Put the lid on and let the slow cooker do all the hard work for you.
After half of the cooking time, check on the meat to make sure it’s still covered and simmering away nicely. If needed, give it a gentle stir.
Step 3 – Pull The Pork Apart And Enjoy
Depending on the setting of your slow cooker, the meat will be ready in either 5 or around 8 hours. Imagine, the delicious smell. Ah, so good. All you need to do now is pull the pork apart with the help of two forks.
Mix the meat thoroughly with the sauce and it’s all done.
I serve my pulled pork generously heaped on a soft ciabatta bun, with homemade coleslaw and roasted potatoes on the side.
It is absolutely delicious; trust me.
Get Started With Our Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe
I do hope you enjoy my best pulled pork slow cooker recipe. Even though it is a simple dish with just a few ingredients, it is delicious and perfect for those chilly autumn and winter days.
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Best Pulled Pork Slow Cooker Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Slow cooker 6 quart
- 1 Large spoon
Ingredients
- 3 pound pork shoulder
- 2 large brown onions
- 2 cloves garlic
For The Sauce
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce/ketchup
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 to 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp whole grain mustard
- 1 tbsp worcester sauce
- 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp salt I use pink Himalayan salt
- freshly ground black pepper to your liking
Instructions
Let's Start With The Sauce
- Put all the ingredients for the sauce in a bowl and mix thoroughly.1/2 cup tomato sauce/ketchup, 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, 1/2 to 1 tsp chili flakes, 1 tbsp whole grain mustard, 1 tbsp worcester sauce, 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp dried thyme, 2 tsp salt, freshly ground black pepper to your liking
- Peel the onions and garlic and chop them roughly with a sharp knife.2 large brown onions, 2 cloves garlic
- Add the chopped onions and garlic to the sauce and mix until well combined.
Cooking The Pork
- Place the pork into the slow cooker and set the cooker on high (alternatively, you can use the low setting – then it will take around 8 hours to cook)3 pound pork shoulder
- Pour the sauce over the pork.
- Put the lid on and let the meat cook for around 2.5 hours. Check the meat and move it around in the sauce for a bit.
- Put the lid back on and let it cook for a further 2.5 hours.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove the bones.
- With two forks, shred the pork, mix the meat with the sauce, and serve immediately. Otherwise, switch the setting to low and leave the meat in the slow cooker until you are ready to serve it.
- Enjoy!!!
