Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork shoulder or pork butt: 2kg (about 4.5 pounds)
- Dr Pepper: 1 bottle (12oz)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
- Ketchup: 1/2 cup
- Apple cider vinegar: 1/4 cup
- Garlic cloves: 6-8
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Bay leaves: 2-3
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 4 hours (including natural release)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In the Instant Pot, set to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” mode.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot.
- Place pork shoulder on top of the onion and garlic.
- Mix brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and Dr Pepper in a small bowl and pour over the pork.
- Season with salt and pepper and add bay leaves.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the pressure to high for about 4 hours. Use a natural release after cooking to let the pressure drop slowly.
- Once the pressure is released, open the pot and shred the pork using two forks, creating “pulled pork”.
- Serve on its own or use as a base for sandwiches, tacos, or other dishes.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 people)
Calories: Approximately 450 per person (based on ingredient nutrition facts)
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 50g
(Note: Nutritional values may vary depending on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and spicy flavor from Dr Pepper and brown sugar combination.
- Tender and juicy pork due to slow cooking in the Instant Pot.
- Great for sandwiches or as a stand-alone dish with sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw.
User Comments:
- “This is an amazing dish! The combination of Dr Pepper and pork is a unique flavor I’ve never tried before.” - John Doe, California, USA
- “This is so easy to make in the Instant Pot! The pork is so juicy and tender.” - Jane Smith, Texas, USA
- “My family loved this dish! It’s a great way to use Dr Pepper in a savory dish.” - Michael Johnson, New York, USA
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a pork shoulder or pork butt with some fat content for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste before cooking. Dr Pepper already has some saltiness, so be cautious with additional salt.
