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Sweet and Zesty Pulled Pork
8h 30min
10 servings
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This delicious pulled pork recipe combines the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, resulting in tender, juicy meat that melts in your mouth. The pork shoulder is slow-cooked with a blend of aromatic spices, citrus, and a touch of sweetness, creating a versatile dish that can be served on buns, tacos, or alongside your favorite side dishes. This crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or family dinners.
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Sugar
1 g
6 g
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Ingredients
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Prepare the citrus
Zest and juice the oranges and limes.
Prepare the vegetables
Finely chop the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Mix the dry rub
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Prepare the pork shoulder
Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder. Rub the dry spice mixture all over the pork, pressing it into the meat.
Place ingredients in the slow cooker
Place the pork shoulder in a large slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, orange zest, orange juice, lime zest, and lime juice.
Cook the pork
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Shred the pork
Remove the pork from the slow cooker and transfer it to a large bowl. Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces, discarding any excess fat or connective tissue.
Return the pork to the slow cooker
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the cooking liquid. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve
Serve the Sweet and Zesty Pulled Pork on buns, in tacos, or with your favorite side dishes.
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