Smoky Sweet Pulled Pork Recipe

This smoky sweet pulled pork recipe is a mouthwatering dish that combines the flavors of smoky spices with a hint of sweetness. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and flavorful meat that falls apart effortlessly. It's the perfect dish for a summer BBQ or a cozy dinner at home with loved ones.

Ingredients

• 4 lbs pork shoulder
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• Hamburger buns, for serving

Directions

1. Mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dry rub.
2. Rub the dry rub all over the pork shoulder, covering it completely.
3. Wrap the pork shoulder in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
4. Preheat your grill or smoker to 225°F. Place the pork shoulder on the grill or smoker and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
5. Remove the pork shoulder from the grill or smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes before shredding with two forks.
6. Mix the shredded pork with BBQ sauce until well combined.
7. Serve the smoky sweet pulled pork on hamburger buns and enjoy!

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