Apple Cider Pulled Pork
Apple Cider Pulled Pork is a savory delight that brings the warmth of home-cooked meals to your table. Slow-cooked to tender perfection, this dish features succulent pork shoulder infused with the sweet tang of apple cider and aromatic spices, making it ideal for family dinners or game day celebrations. With its rich flavors and comforting aroma, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb pork shoulder
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet. Pour in apple cider while scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.
- Season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and brown sugar; mix to coat the pork.
- Transfer everything to a slow cooker; cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork shreds easily.
- Remove pork from the cooker, shred using two forks, and toss with additional cooking liquid before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For a unique flavor twist, consider adding cinnamon or swapping apple cider for other fruit juices. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat gently.