Description
This Slow Cooker 4-Ingredient Holiday BBQ Pork recipe offers a deliciously tender and flavorful pork shoulder cooked low and slow with a simple mix of BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Perfect for a festive meal or casual gatherings, it requires minimal preparation and yields juicy, shred-ready pork that can be paired with your favorite sides.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 3 pounds pork shoulder
Sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: Place the 3 pounds of pork shoulder directly into the slow cooker, ensuring it fits comfortably.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, thoroughly mix together the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Pork and Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker, making sure the meat is well coated on all sides.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the pork on low heat for 8 to 10 hours, or until the meat becomes tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
- Shred the Pork: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks, then return the shredded meat to the slow cooker and mix thoroughly with the cooking sauce to absorb all flavors.
- Serve: Serve the warm BBQ pulled pork with your choice of side dishes such as coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans for a complete holiday meal.
Notes
- For best flavor, use a pork shoulder with a good balance of fat and lean meat.
- If you prefer a tangier sauce, add an extra tablespoon of apple cider vinegar.
- Leftover pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave to maintain juiciness.
- Great for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice or potatoes.
