Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork shoulder: 5 pounds (about 2.27 kg)
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 cup (237 ml)
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup (59 ml)
- Red pepper flakes: 1 teaspoon
- Onion: 1 large, chopped
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
- Water or chicken broth: enough to cover the pork
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 8-10 hours (low heat)
- Total: 8 hours 15 minutes to 10 hours 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large slow cooker or Dutch oven, place the pork shoulder.
- In a bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, onion, garlic, salt and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the pork.
- Add enough water or chicken broth to cover the pork completely.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours.
- When the pork is cooked through, shred the meat using two forks or your hands into pulled pork pieces. Discard any excess fat.
- Serve the pulled pork on sandwiches, wraps, or as a main dish with your favorite sides.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on a standard nutritional database and may vary depending on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: Approx. 600 calories per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 56g
Dish Characteristics:
- The pulled pork has a smoky, sweet and spicy flavor from the combination of apple cider vinegar, brown sugar and red pepper flakes.
- The dish is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat.
- It is versatile and can be served in various ways, from sandwiches to as a main dish with sides like coleslaw and potatoes.
User Comments:
- "This is the best pulled pork I've ever had! The flavors are perfect and the meat is so tender."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The apple cider vinegar gives it a unique taste that I really enjoy."
- "This is a great dish to make in a slow cooker. It's so easy and the result is amazing."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a pork shoulder with some fat on it for best results. The fat will render down during cooking and provide flavor to the meat.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste, adding more vinegar, sugar, or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Slow cooking is essential for this dish. Make sure to use a low heat setting and cook for the full 8-10 hours for best results.
