One delicious and straightforward slow cooker recipe is "Slow Cooker Pulled Pork." It's flavorful, tender, and perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice. Here's a classic pulled pork recipe for you:
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork:
Ingredients:
- 4-5 pounds (1.8-2.3 kg) pork shoulder or pork butt
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
- Your favorite barbecue sauce (for serving)
- Hamburger buns or tortillas (for serving)
Instructions:
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to make the dry rub.
Rub the dry spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, covering it evenly. If possible, let it marinate in the fridge for a few hours or overnight for deeper flavor.
Place the sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
Put the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
In a separate bowl, mix together the broth, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Pour this liquid mixture over the pork.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Optionally, you can skim some of the fat from the liquid left in the slow cooker and use it to moisten the pulled pork.
Serve the pulled pork on hamburger buns or tortillas with your favorite barbecue sauce and any desired toppings like coleslaw, pickles, or sliced onions.
Enjoy your delicious Slow Cooker Pulled Pork!
Note: Slow cookers can vary in cooking times, so make sure to check your pork for tenderness and adjust the cooking time accordingly. Additionally, you can customize the spice level and sweetness of the pulled pork by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper and brown sugar to suit your taste preferences.