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Crock Pot Pulled Pork with BBQ sauce on a bun
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CROCK POT PULLED PORK BBQ

Crock Pot Pulled Pork uses a special rub and soda to make it come out super tender and flavorful! Delicious in sandwiches!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 hrs
Total Time10 hrs 10 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crock Pot Pulled Pork, Pork Butt, Pork Shoulder, Pulled Pork, Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Servings: 6
Calories: 459kcal
Author: Brandie @ The Country Cook

Equipment

  • 5-6 quart oval slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 4-6 pounds pork shoulder roast (or boneless pork loin)
  • ¼ cup store bought or homemade pork rub see notes for recipe
  • 1 can Dr Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon hickory liquid smoke
  • 1 bottle your favorite BBQ sauce

Instructions

  • Rinse the pork shoulder and pat dry. Rub pork rub all over pork shoulder.
  • Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper (optional) and place in the slow cooker.
  • Pour in can of coke and liquid smoke all around the sides of the pork.
  • Cook on low setting for 8 to 10 hours, until the pork is very tender.
  • Remove the pork from the slow cooker and discard the remaining liquid.
  • Remove the bone and shred the pork using a couple of forks, removing any excess fat.
  • Place the shredded meat onto a hamburger bun and add the desired amount of sauce per sandwich.

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Notes

  • Optional: you can place the meat back in the slow cooker along with the bottle of barbecue sauce and continue to cook for another 20-30 minutes until the pork is hot again. You can also leave your shredded pork in your slow cooker and leave it on the keep warm setting until ready to eat.
  • Don't use more liquid smoke than I listed above. It can be overpowering if you use too much.
  • Most dark sodas will work for this recipe: Root beer and Coca-Cola are good alternatives.
Pork Rub Recipe:
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 3 teaspoons brown sugar
 

Nutrition

Calories: 459kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 934mg | Potassium: 872mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 3.1mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 6.2mg