This recipe for sweet and spicy ginger beer pulled pork is a mouthwatering delight that combines the sweetness of ginger beer with a hint of spice. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat that falls apart with every bite. It's perfect for a summer BBQ or a cozy dinner party. Serve it on a bun with some slaw or enjoy it as a main course with a side of roasted vegetables. Either way, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup ginger beer
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, whisk together the ginger beer, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large dutch oven or oven-safe pot and pour the ginger beer mixture over it.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Cook the pork for about 3 hours, or until it is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the pot and transfer it to a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the meat.
- Meanwhile, place the pot with the cooking liquid on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Bring the liquid to a boil and let it simmer until it reduces and thickens slightly, about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour the reduced cooking liquid over the shredded pork and toss to coat.
- Serve the sweet and spicy ginger beer pulled pork on buns with some coleslaw or as a main course with roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Ginger beer is a non-alcoholic carbonated beverage that originated in England.
Pulled pork is a classic American BBQ dish that is often made with slow-cooked pork shoulder.