This easy Instant Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork recipe is a crowd-pleaser. The combination of sweet Dr. Pepper soda and savory pork creates a juicy and tender pulled pork that is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or on its own. With the Instant Pot, you can have this dish ready in no time!
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into chunks
- 1 can (12 oz) Dr. Pepper soda
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Directions
- Place the pork shoulder chunks in the Instant Pot.
- Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the pot.
- Pour in the Dr. Pepper soda and barbecue sauce over the pork.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing.
- Cook on high pressure for 60 minutes, then do a natural pressure release for 15 minutes.
- Carefully release any remaining pressure and open the lid.
- Use two forks to shred the pork in the pot and mix well with the sauce.
- Serve the pulled pork on buns, tacos, or with your favorite sides.
