Picture this: juicy, flavorful Tennessee pulled pork, nestled in a fluffy bun, dripping with savory barbecue sauce. It sounds like a dream, right? Today, we’re turning this dream into reality with a delightful recipe that brings a taste of the South right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Smoked paprika โ 4 tablespoons
- Light brown sugar โ 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder โ 2 teaspoons
- Freshly ground black pepper โ 2 teaspoons
- Ground mustard โ 2 teaspoons
- Kosher salt โ 2 teaspoons
- Olive oil โ 28 g (2 tablespoons)
- Barbecue sauce โ 240 ml (1 cup)
- Chicken stock โ 480 ml (2 cups)
- Boneless pork shoulder โ 2.7 kg (6 pounds)
Let’s Cook!
- Prepare the Dry Rub
Combine smoked paprika, light brown sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, ground mustard, and kosher salt in a bowl. Mix well. - Prepare the Pork
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into roughly 10 cm (4-inch) cubes. Coat the pieces thoroughly with the dry rub in a large bowl. Allow them to sit and marinate for at least 30 minutes. - Brown the Pork
Heat olive oil in a frying pan. Brown each side of the pork cubes to lock in the flavor. - Pressure Cook
Transfer the pork to an Instant Pot. Add chicken stock and barbecue sauce. Stir to combine. Pressure cook on high for 1 hour. - Shred and Saute
Remove the pork and set aside. Saute the cooking juices left in the Instant Pot for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, shred the pork with a fork. - Combine and Serve
Return the shredded pork to the pot to absorb the remaining juices. Serve hot on buns, adding extra barbecue sauce if desired.
And just like that, you’ve made a masterpiece! This Tennessee pulled pork isn’t just any dishโit’s tender, packed with flavor, and is bound to leave everyone coming back for more. Perfect for any dinner or a party gathering, it’s a dish that celebrates the wonders of Southern cooking. Enjoy every bite!
