Easy Slow Cooker Teriyaki Pulled Pork Recipe

This easy slow cooker teriyaki pulled pork recipe will become your go-to dish for a flavorful and tender pulled pork. Made with just a few simple ingredients, the pork is slow-cooked in a tangy and sweet teriyaki sauce until it becomes melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Serve it on buns with coleslaw and pickles for the ultimate pulled pork sandwich experience.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder
• 1 cup teriyaki sauce
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• Buns, for serving
• Coleslaw, for serving
• Pickles, for serving

Directions

1. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
3. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the pork shoulder.
4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
5. Remove the pork shoulder from the slow cooker and transfer it to a cutting board.
6. Shred the pork using two forks.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to make a slurry.
8. Pour the slurry into the teriyaki sauce in the slow cooker and stir to combine.
9. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the thickened teriyaki sauce.
10. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes.
11. Serve the teriyaki pulled pork on buns with coleslaw and pickles.
12. Enjoy!

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