Crock Pot North Carolina Pulled Pork Recipe
Description
Crock Pot North Carolina Pulled Pork is a classic Southern-style dish that is made with a delicious blend of garlic, onion, and spices that are slow-cooked for several hours. The result is tender, juicy pulled pork that is just perfect for sandwiches, tacos, and more. This easy-to-make recipe makes for an incredibly flavorful meal that will become a favorite in your home.
Prep Time
This recipe only takes a few minutes to prepare. All you need to do is mix together the garlic, onion, and spices with a couple tablespoons of oil, then rub the mixture onto the pork. The pork should then be placed into a slow cooker, and the cooking process will begin.
Cook Time
The cooking time for this recipe will depend on the size of the pork. Generally speaking, it can take anywhere from 6-8 hours in a slow cooker for the pork to be cooked through and tender. Once it is cooked through, the pork should easily pull apart with a fork.
Ingredients
- 1-2 lbs Pork Shoulder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic, onion, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper.
2. Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder.
3. Place the pork in a slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
4. Once the pork is done cooking, shred it with two forks and serve on buns, tacos, salads, and more.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Small bowl
- Two forks
Notes
This recipe can also be cooked in the oven. Preheat the oven to 300°F and cook the pork for 3-4 hours, or until it is tender.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 250; Total Fat: 10g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 85mg; Sodium: 600mg; Carbohydrates: 1g; Protein: 35g
Recipe Tips
- This pork can be served on its own or added to tacos, salads, sandwiches, and more.
- For a more flavorful pork, try adding 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar to the slow cooker.
- If you want a spicier pork, try adding 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the spice mixture.
- If you want to make the pork ahead of time, cook it in the slow cooker, then let it cool before transferring it to the refrigerator. Reheat in a 350°F oven before serving.
- Leftover pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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