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Tender Carolina Mustard-Based BBQ Pulled Pork Easy Slow Cooker Recipe

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A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe for tender, smoky, and tangy Carolina mustard-based BBQ pulled pork that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients

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  • 4 to 5 pounds pork shoulder (Boston butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork shoulder, removing large chunks of fat but leaving some for juiciness. Pat dry with paper towels. (10 minutes)
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir until smooth. (5 minutes)
  3. Place the pork shoulder fat side up in the slow cooker. Pour the mustard-based sauce evenly over the pork, coating all sides. Add water around the pork to keep it moist. (5 minutes)
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or on high for 4 to 6 hours until the pork is fork-tender. (8 hours on low recommended)
  5. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks, discarding large pieces of fat. (10 minutes)
  6. Skim excess fat from the sauce in the slow cooker, return shredded pork to the slow cooker, and stir to coat with sauce. Warm for 15 minutes on low to soak up flavors. (15 minutes)
  7. Serve warm on buns or with your favorite sides. Add extra sauce for dipping.

Notes

If the sauce is too tangy after cooking, add a splash of honey or a pinch of brown sugar to soften it. Avoid lifting the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat. Skim excess fat from the sauce for a cleaner flavor. For a smoky flavor without a smoker, use smoked paprika. For a faster option, use an Instant Pot with sauté and pressure cook functions.

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