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Savory Dr Pepper Pulled Pork

Savory Dr Pepper Pulled Pork That Melts in Your Mouth

This Savory Dr Pepper Pulled Pork is a delightful blend of sweet and smoky flavors, perfect for easy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pulled Pork
  • 3 pounds Pork Shoulder Perfect for slow cooking.
  • 1 can Dr Pepper Provides signature sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity.
For the Sweet Smoky Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Enhances sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce Deepens flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Infuses smokiness.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by seasoning your pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper. Place the seasoned pork directly into your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dr Pepper, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika until fully combined.
  3. Pour the prepared glaze carefully over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for about 8 hours.
  4. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and transfer it onto a cutting board. Shred the meat using two forks.
  5. Return the shredded pork back to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining glaze. Adjust the glaze consistency if needed.
  6. Serve the pulled pork on soft sandwich buns or over creamy mashed potatoes or in tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos in the glaze.

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