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flamePorkSlow CookerWeekend project
Best Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Prep5 mins
Cook8 hrs
Serves8 servings
Ingredients
- 4½ pounds pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 orange, juiced
Instructions
- Make the spice rub. In a small bowl, mix the paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin together. Then, generously rub the spice blend all over the pork shoulder.
- Prep everything else. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Add the diced onion, garlic, and orange juice on top.
- Slow cook. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. When it’s done, the pork should shred easily with two forks. Transfer it to a cutting board, shred, then return to the juices in the slow cooker to keep everything tender and flavorful.
- LISA’S TIPS
- Storage tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. You can also freeze portions for up to 3 months. Perfect for future taco nights or quick lunches!
- You can add some of the remaining liquid from the slow cooker to the pulled pork for extra moisture.
Originally published at downshiftology.com. Reproduced for personal collection.