🍖 Ingredients
- 4–5 lb pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup apple juice
- BBQ sauce, optional
👩🍳 Preparation
1. Prepare Pork
Pat the pork shoulder dry and trim excessive surface fat.
⏱ 5 min2. Add Rub
Combine seasonings and coat the pork thoroughly.
⏱ 5 min3. Slow Cook
Cook slowly until a rich dark bark develops.
⏱ 4–5 hours4. Add Moisture
Add apple juice and wrap the pork tightly.
⏱ 5 min5. Finish Cooking
Continue until the pork is extremely tender and pulls apart easily.
⏱ 3–4 hours6. Pull the Pork
Rest, shred with forks and mix with the flavorful cooking juices.
⏱ 15 min📦 Storage
Refrigerate with cooking juices for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
🍓 Serving Suggestions
Pile onto buns with coleslaw, pickles and your favorite barbecue sauce.