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Slow-cooked shredded pork served in a tangy barbecue sauce is a treat for everyone. This Shredded Pork is restaurant quality and super easy to make. The recipe includes instructions on how to cook the pork in the oven, slow cooker, and Instant Pot.
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Shredded Pork Recipe

Slow-cooked shredded pork served in a tangy barbecue sauce is a treat for everyone. This Shredded Pork is restaurant quality and super easy to make. The recipe includes instructions on how to cook the pork in the oven, slow cooker, and Instant Pot.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 hours
Total Time5 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 2 tablespoons oil optional if searing
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 ounces coke
  • barbecue sauce optional

Instructions

  • Trim the excess fat from the pork and discard. Cut the meat into 4 equally-sized pieces.
  • Combine the sugar and spices in a small bowl and rub all over the pork. This step can be done the night before if desired.
  • To sear the pork, heat a few tablespoons of oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork and sear for a few minutes on all sides.
  • Preheat the oven to 300°F and place the pork in a dutch oven. Pour the coke around the meat and cover with a lid.
  • Bake for 3 hours, then remove the lid and bake for an additional 1-2 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. Remove the pork from the oven and use 2 forks to shred the meat. Toss in barbecue sauce if desired.