Slow-cooked pork infused with apple cider, served with caramelized onions and apples.

This delicious pulled pork recipe is slow-cooked in apple cider, resulting in tender and flavorful meat. It is then served with caramelized onions and apples for a sweet and savory combination. The pork is juicy and perfectly seasoned, making it a perfect dish for any occasion. Prepare this mouthwatering meal in just a few simple steps and enjoy the incredible aroma that fills the kitchen as it cooks.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 onions, sliced
• 2 apples, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Season the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the pork shoulder on all sides until it develops a golden crust.
4. Remove the pork shoulder from the pot and set it aside.
5. In the same pot, melt the butter and add the sliced onions. Cook the onions over medium heat until they become caramelized, stirring occasionally. This process may take about 15 minutes.
6. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Return the pork shoulder to the pot and pour in the apple cider. The liquid should cover about 3/4 of the pork.
8. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
9. Allow the pork to slow-cook for approximately 5-6 hours, or until it is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
10. During the last hour of cooking, add the sliced apples to the pot and let them cook alongside the pork.
11. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the pot and shred it using two forks.
12. Skim any excess fat from the cooking liquid and return the shredded pork to the pot. Mix it with the caramelized onions and apples.
13. Serve the apple cider pulled pork warm on a bun or with your favorite side dishes.

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