Description
This is the simplest pulled pork recipe you can ever make. There are minimal ingredients involved and no complex measurements to deal with. The end result is the most tender and juicy pulled pork ever, with a sweet and smoky flavor!
Ingredients
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- 3.5 lbs pork butt
- 1 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp Kosher salt
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat to 225°F. Pat your pork butt dry with a paper towel and put the meat in the middle of the smoker with the fat side up.
- Mix the smoked paprika, sugar, and salt, then separate in half. Rub half of the dry mixture onto the meat, reserving the remaining mixture.
- Place the pork butt in the smoker. Allow to smoke for 6 to 7 hours until the internal temperature reaches at least 195 degrees F. If it begins to brown too much on the outside, you can cover the pork butt with foil. If you do cover it with foil, please note it will cook faster and you will need to keep a close eye on the temperature.
- Remove your pork from the smoker and set aside the juices from the smoking pan. Allow the pork butt to rest for about 30 minutes.
- Use two forks to shred the pork (or pull it by hand) once the meat is cool enough to handle. Remove any extra fat pieces and set them to the side. Stir in the remaining seasoning mix, meat juices, barbecue sauce, and apple cider vinegar, and mix thoroughly to combine.
- Eat your lovely pulled pork as is or serve it with delectable side dishes. Some recommendations are pickles, potato salad, hot sauce, coleslaw, and soft white rolls!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 375