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Joanna Gaines Pulled Pork Recipe

Joanna Gaines Pulled Pork Recipe

Are you looking for a cozy family dinner? The Joanna Gaines Pulled Pork Recipe is a perfect choice. This dish comes from her famous Magnolia Table cookbook.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker or Dutch oven.
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Two forks for shredding.
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Aluminum foil 

Ingredients
  

  • 5 pounds pork butt or shoulder.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar.
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder.
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder.
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder.
  • 1 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper.
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar.
  • 1/2 cup water.

Instructions
 

  • Pat the meat dry with paper towels first.
  • Combine sugar and all spices in a bowl.
  • Rub the spice mix all over the pork.
  • Pour vinegar and water into the slow cooker.
  • Place the pork inside and cover the lid.
  • Cook on low heat for eight hours total.
  • Use two forks to pull the pork apart.
  • Mix the meat with the leftover juices.

Notes

  • Use a pork shoulder for the best fat content.
  • Do not rush the cooking time at all.
  • Low heat makes the meat much softer.
  • Let the meat rest before you shred it.
  • This keeps all the yummy juices inside.
  • Add extra salt at the end if needed.
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