Savory Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Delight
Enjoy the mouthwatering, smoked flavor of BBQ pulled pork without the need for a smoker! This recipe creates tender, juicy pork infused with a smoky aroma and a hint of spice, all from the convenience of your slow cooker. Perfect for gatherings and sure to impress any crowd, this dish will have everyone believing you’re a pitmaster. Let this be our delicious little secret!
12
Servings
280 kcal
Calories
21
Ingredients
Ingredients
boneless pork butt
4 - 6 lbs
Worcestershire sauce
5 teaspoons
yellow onion
1 whole (chopped)
bay leaves
4 whole
colgin liquid smoke, mesquite flavor
1 (4 ounce) bottle
salt
1 tablespoon
pepper
1 tablespoon
water
to fill crock pot
mustard
1 cup
sugar
1/2 cup
brown sugar
1/2 cup
water
1/4 cup
black pepper
2 teaspoons
cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon
butter
1 tablespoon
liquid smoke
3 tablespoons
ketchup
1/4 cup
cider vinegar
3/4 cup
salt
1/2 teaspoon
crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon
garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Begin by seasoning the pork butt with half of the salt and pepper.
2
In a hot skillet, brown the pork on all sides to seal in the flavors and juices.
3
Transfer the browned pork to your crock pot.
4
Add in the chopped onion and bay leaves, ensuring they are evenly distributed around the meat.
5
Pour over the Worcestershire sauce and mesquite-flavored liquid smoke.
6
Fill the crock pot with water until it covers the pork generously.
7
Sprinkle the remaining salt and pepper over the liquid.
8
Set the crock pot to cook on high for 4-5 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
9
Once cooked, remove the pork from the crock pot and shred it thoroughly using two forks.
10
In a separate bowl, combine all the ingredients for the sauce: mustard, sugar, brown sugar, water, black pepper, cayenne pepper, butter, additional liquid smoke, ketchup, cider vinegar, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and garlic powder.
11
Mix the sauce ingredients well to achieve a smooth consistency.
12
Toss the shredded pork with the prepared sauce until the meat is well coated. Adjust the amount of sauce according to your taste preference.
13
Serve the pulled pork on your choice of buns to create sensational BBQ sandwiches.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
15g
Carbs
18g
Protein
0.3g
Fiber
630mg
Sodium
75mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Delight?
It is a recipe for tender, juicy pulled pork with a smoky BBQ flavor made conveniently in a slow cooker.
What cut of meat should I use for this recipe?
You should use 4 to 6 pounds of boneless pork butt.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe makes approximately 12 servings.
How do I get a smoky flavor without a smoker?
The recipe uses mesquite-flavored liquid smoke to achieve a deep, smoky aroma and taste.
Why do I need to brown the pork in a skillet first?
Browning the pork on all sides helps to seal in the flavors and juices before slow cooking.
How long does the pork need to cook in the crock pot?
The pork should cook on high for 4 to 5 hours until it is tender enough to shred with a fork.
What setting should the slow cooker be on?
Set the crock pot to cook on the high setting.
What are the main ingredients in the homemade BBQ sauce?
The sauce includes mustard, sugar, brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne, butter, liquid smoke, ketchup, cider vinegar, and garlic powder.
Is the BBQ sauce spicy?
The sauce has a hint of spice from cayenne pepper, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
How should I shred the cooked pork?
Once cooked and removed from the crock pot, you can thoroughly shred the meat using two forks.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 280 kcal.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 20 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein does this pulled pork provide?
Each serving provides 18 grams of protein.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sodium is in this dish?
One serving contains 630mg of sodium.
Does the recipe use both white and brown sugar?
Yes, the sauce uses 1/2 cup of white sugar and 1/2 cup of brown sugar.
How much liquid smoke is used during the cooking process?
A 4-ounce bottle of mesquite liquid smoke is added to the crock pot with the water.
Is there liquid smoke in the sauce as well?
Yes, an additional 3 tablespoons of liquid smoke are added when mixing the sauce.
What kind of vinegar is recommended for the sauce?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of cider vinegar.
How much mustard is required for the BBQ sauce?
The recipe requires 1 cup of mustard.
Do I need to add water to the slow cooker?
Yes, fill the crock pot with water until the pork is generously covered.
What aromatics are added to the slow cooker?
One chopped yellow onion and four whole bay leaves are added to the pot.
How much Worcestershire sauce is used?
The recipe uses 5 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce.
What seasonings are used for the initial pork seasoning?
The pork is seasoned with a portion of the 1 tablespoon of salt and 1 tablespoon of pepper.
Can I adjust the amount of sauce on the meat?
Yes, you should toss the shredded pork with the sauce and adjust the amount according to your taste preference.
How should this dish be served?
It is best served on your choice of buns to create sensational BBQ sandwiches.
Does this recipe contain garlic?
Yes, it includes 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder in the sauce.
What is the cholesterol content?
There is 75mg of cholesterol per serving.
Is there any fiber in this dish?
There is a small amount of fiber, approximately 0.3g per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for large gatherings?
Yes, it is specifically described as being perfect for gatherings and sure to impress a crowd.