How to Make Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Root Beer - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow cooker pulled pork is a delicious and easy meal to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights or for feeding a crowd. This recipe takes traditional pulled pork to the next level by adding root beer to the mix, giving the meat a sweet and tangy flavor that sets it apart from the rest. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can set it and forget it until it's time to serve.

Root beer adds a unique twist to the classic pulled pork recipe. The soda's combination of spices and sweetness ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (3 1/2) pound boneless pork shoulder
  • 8 fluid ounces root beer
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 14
  • Yield: 14 servings

  • Pat pork shoulder dry and place in a slow cooker. Pour root beer over pork.
  • Mix together brown sugar, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Sprinkle on top of pork and rub lightly until entire surface of pork is coated.
  • Cook on Low for 5 hours. Switch to High and cook until meat is tender and can easily be pulled apart with a fork, about 3 hours more. Carefully remove pork and shred with 2 forks. Drizzle some liquid from the slow cooker over pork to moisten.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 45mg
    • Sodium: 537mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 200mg