A delicious and easy recipe for Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork, perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:8 hours on low or 4 hours on high
Total Time:8 hours 15 minutes or 4 hours 15 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Slow Cooker
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
4 hamburger buns (for serving)
Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour the apple cider mixture over the top, ensuring the pork is well coated.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the remaining juices. Let it sit on warm for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Serve the pulled pork on hamburger buns, topped with coleslaw if desired.
Notes
For a smoky flavor, add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the spice mix.
Try using different types of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar or balsamic vinegar, for a unique twist on the flavor.