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Tender Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe with Apple Cider Vinegar

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A simple and reliable slow cooker pulled pork recipe featuring apple cider vinegar for tender, flavorful meat that melts apart effortlessly.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), bone-in or boneless
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (120 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for browning)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dry rub.
  2. Pat the pork shoulder dry and coat it generously with the dry rub. Let it sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
  3. Optional: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and brown the pork shoulder on all sides, about 3–4 minutes per side.
  4. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth and apple cider vinegar around the pork, avoiding the rubbed surface.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 8–9 hours or on HIGH for 4–5 hours until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 195–205°F and pulls apart easily.
  6. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks or meat claws, discarding large pieces of fat or bone.
  7. Skim excess fat from the cooking juices and pour the liquid over the shredded pork. Toss gently to combine.
  8. Serve warm on buns, rice, or alongside roasted vegetables. Keep warm in the slow cooker for up to an hour if needed.

Notes

Browning the pork before slow cooking adds extra flavor but is optional. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches 195–205°F for perfect shredding. Save and mix the cooking juices with the shredded pork for moist, flavorful results. If sauce is too thin, reduce it in a saucepan over medium heat for 5–7 minutes before mixing back in.

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