Pulled Pork Made In The Oven Green Healthy Cooking from greenhealthycooking.com
Introduction
Pulled pork is a popular dish that originated in the Southern United States. It is a slow-cooked, tender and juicy meat that is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, and salads. Typically, pulled pork is made in a smoker, but not everyone has access to one. So, if you want to enjoy this delicious dish, you can make it in your oven. In this article, we will share with you an easy and tasty recipe for pulled pork in the oven.
Ingredients
To make pulled pork in the oven, you will need the following ingredients: - 4-5 pounds pork shoulder - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika - 1 tablespoon garlic powder - 1 tablespoon brown sugar - 1 tablespoon ground cumin - 1 tablespoon salt - 1 teaspoon black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper - 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar - 1/2 cup ketchup - 1/2 cup brown sugar - 1/4 cup honey - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard - 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F. 2. In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder. 3. Place the pork shoulder in a large roasting pan and pour apple cider vinegar over it. Cover the pan with foil and place it in the oven. 4. Cook the pork for 4-5 hours, or until it is tender and falls apart easily with a fork. 5. While the pork is cooking, make the barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and liquid smoke. Cook the sauce over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. 6. When the pork is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, remove the bone and any excess fat. 7. Use two forks to shred the pork into small pieces. 8. Pour the barbecue sauce over the shredded pork and mix well. 9. Cover the pan with foil and return it to the oven. Cook for an additional 30 minutes. 10. Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. 11. Serve the pulled pork on buns or tortillas with your favorite toppings, such as coleslaw, pickles, or cheese.
Nutrition
This pulled pork recipe makes about 10 servings. Here is the nutrition information per serving: - Calories: 360 - Protein: 38g - Fat: 14g - Carbohydrates: 20g - Fiber: 0g - Sugar: 18g - Sodium: 720mg
Conclusion
Making pulled pork in the oven is easy and delicious. This recipe requires only a few ingredients and simple steps, but the result is a juicy and flavorful meat that your family and friends will love. Serve it with your favorite sides, and enjoy a Southern-style meal at home.
