Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork recipe. Perfectly tender and bursting with flavor, this dish is a guaranteed hit for family dinners, game-day gatherings, or any occasion. The secret lies in a homemade spice rub that infuses the pork with rich taste while the slow cooker works its magic, ensuring each bite is succulent and juicy. Serve it on toasted buns with coleslaw or over rice for a satisfying meal. With minimal prep time and a hands-free cooking process, you’ll have more time to enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 onion (chopped)
- Olive or avocado oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, kosher salt, and brown sugar. Rub this spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides for about 3-4 minutes until browned.
- Transfer the browned pork shoulder to the slow cooker and add the chopped onion. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and mix it with pan juices before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg