A delicious and easy-to-make pulled pork recipe with a tangy BBQ sauce, perfect for sandwiches or as a main dish.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until softened.
Cooking the onion first enhances its sweetness and depth of flavor.
Add minced garlic, chili powder, and black peppercorns to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
Stir constantly to prevent the spices from burning.
Stir in the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke. Bring to a boil.
Simmering the sauce helps meld the flavors together.
Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
Ensure the pork is evenly coated with the sauce for consistent flavor.
Cook on LOW for 10-12 hours or on HIGH for 6 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily.
For the best texture, avoid opening the slow cooker lid during cooking.
Transfer the pork to a cutting board and shred it using two forks.
Shredding the pork while it's warm makes the process easier.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Keep warm until serving.
Letting the pork sit in the sauce for a while enhances its flavor.
Serve the pulled pork on buns or as desired. Enjoy your meal!
Pair with coleslaw or pickles for a classic pulled pork sandwich.