The BEST Pulled Pork Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 lb Pork Shoulder (Trim excess fat, cut into 2‑3 inch chunks)
• 1 Tbsp Brown Sugar (Packed)
• 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (Freshly ground if possible)
• 1 tsp Ground Cumin
• 2 Tbsp Canola Oil (For searing)
• 12 fl oz Coca-Cola (Regular, not diet; provides carbonation and sugar)

Instructions

1. Trim and Chunk the Pork

   Remove large pieces of fat with kitchen shears or a sharp knife, then cut the pork shoulder into 2‑3 inch chunks.

   Time: PT10M

2. Make the Spice Rub

   In a mixing bowl combine 1 Tbsp brown sugar, 1 Tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp ground cumin. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT5M

3. Season the Pork

   Sprinkle the rub over the pork chunks and use your hands to massage it into the meat, ensuring every piece is coated.

   Time: PT5M

4. Heat Oil for Searing

   Add 2 Tbsp canola oil to the Dutch oven and heat over medium‑high until the oil shimmers.

   Time: PT5M

5. Sear the Pork

   Working in batches, add a few pork chunks to the hot Dutch oven. Sear each side for about 3‑4 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Remove and set aside.

   Time: PT10M

6. Add Remaining Meat and Coke

   Return all seared pork to the pot, pour the entire 12 fl oz can of Coca‑Cola over the meat, and give a quick stir.

   Time: PT2M

7. Low‑and‑Slow Oven Cook (Covered)

   Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place it in a pre‑heated oven at 300°F. Cook for 3 hours.

   Time: PT3H

   Temperature: 300°F

8. Finish Uncovered Until Shreddable

   Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 1½ hours, or until the meat pulls apart easily with a fork.

   Time: PT1H30M

   Temperature: 300°F

9. Shred the Pork

   Let the pork rest for 10 minutes, then use two forks to pull the meat apart into strands.

   Time: PT10M

10. Serve

    Pile the shredded pork onto buns, drizzle with barbecue sauce, and top with mango‑pineapple slaw if desired. It also works great in tacos, nachos, or mixed into baked beans.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

25 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

0 g