Deliciously Tender Hard Cider Pulled Pork Recipe

This succulent Hard Cider Pulled Pork recipe will make your taste buds dance with joy. Tender, juicy pork shoulder is slow-cooked in a savory blend of spices and hard cider for the ultimate pulled pork experience. The combination of the tangy cider and aromatic spices creates a rich and flavorful pork that is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or just enjoying on its own. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

• 4-5 pounds boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 cup hard cider
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup tomato paste

Directions

1. Preheat your slow cooker on low heat.
2. In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Mix well to create a dry rub.
3. Rub the dry rub all over the pork shoulder, ensuring that it is evenly coated.
4. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Transfer the seared pork shoulder to the slow cooker.
6. In the same skillet, add the hard cider, chicken broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
7. Pour the cider mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
9. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
10. Skim off any excess fat from the liquid in the slow cooker.
11. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss it in the cooking liquid to coat.
12. Serve the Hard Cider Pulled Pork on buns for sandwiches or as a filling for tacos. Enjoy!

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