Best 3 Easy Pulled Pork Sauce Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pulled pork sauce, you're in the right place. Pulled pork is a classic comfort food that's perfect for any occasion, and with the right sauce, it can be absolutely amazing. Whether you prefer a sweet, tangy, or smoky flavor, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating the perfect pulled pork sauce. In this article, we'll share some of our favorite recipes for easy pulled pork sauce, so you can find the one that's perfect for your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY, TWO-INGREDIENT PULLED PORK



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Use a slow cooker to make these great sandwiches using just a pork loin and your favorite BBQ sauce. Easy.

Provided by Jeannie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 8h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (2 1/2 pound) boneless pork loin roast
water as needed
1 (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce (such as Dinosaur®)
8 large sandwich buns, split

Steps:

  • Place pork in a slow cooker and add enough water to cover the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 7 hours. Transfer pork to a bowl and shred with 2 forks. Return pork to slow cooker and stir in barbeque sauce. Continue to cook on Low for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Spoon a generous amount of pork into each roll.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.8 calories, Carbohydrate 65.1 g, Cholesterol 67.3 mg, Fat 15.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1216.2 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

PLEASINGLY EASY PULLED PORK



Pleasingly Easy Pulled Pork image

Pulled pork, in its simplest and fastest of slow-cooked methods, begins with boneless pork shoulder. The top of a pork shoulder is referred to as a "butt" or "Boston butt" BUT it is shoulder meat nonetheless. It was shipped in barrels at one time, and it was buttressed up the sides of the barrels, as the fable goes. The higher the cut the fattier the meat; if you want to remove fat from pulled pork, make it a day ahead to cool it and skim.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 pounds boneless pork shoulder
About 1 tablespoon pimenton (smoked paprika)
About 1 tablespoon kosher salt
About 1 1/2 teaspoons (half a palm full) granulated garlic
About 1 1/2 teaspoons (half a palm full) granulated onion
About 1 1/2 teaspoons (half a palm full) dried oregano or marjoram
About 1 1/2 teaspoons (half a palm full) coarse black pepper
3 tablespoons neutral oil such as olive oil (NOT EVOO), safflower oil or canola oil
12 ounces (1 1/2 cups) lager, white wine or organic cloudy apple cider
1 1/2 cups chicken stock or bone broth
Barbecue Sauce, optional, recipe follows
2 tablespoons neutral oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno or serrano pepper, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, chopped
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup cider or white vinegar
About 1 1/2 cups organic ketchup or tomato sauce
About 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
About 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
About 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper sauce, such as Frank's RedHot

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F, rack 1 rung below center.
  • Bring pork to room temperature, about 30 minutes, and pat dry.
  • Combine paprika, salt, garlic, onion, oregano or marjoram and pepper in a bowl, then coat meat evenly, rubbing mixture into meat.
  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat with oil, 3 turns of the pan. When oil ripples and smokes, add the meat and brown on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes total. Add beer, wine or cider and reduce a minute or so, then add stock. Cover and place in oven. Cook 3 hours until very tender, then shred meat with tines of 2 forks, removing larger pieces of fat or connective tissue as you work. Stir meat and drippings together with Barbecue Sauce, if using.
  • Heat oil in medium saucepot or skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Add onions, chile, garlic, salt and pepper, then soften 5 to 6 minutes. Add vinegar and reduce 1 to 2 minutes, then add ketchup or sauce, Worcestershire, brown sugar and hot sauce. Simmer over low heat for flavors to combine. Add to pork and drippings and combine.

SLOW-COOKER PULLED PORK



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Bring out your inner BBQ master with this Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork recipe. Just 10 easy minutes of prep, and then let the slow cooker do most of the work for you. Once the pork roast is cooked and tender, shred it up and choose your level of spice by adding in your family's favorite BBQ sauce for delicious smoky or spicy pulled pork that makes you the kitchen hero.

Provided by By Sarah Caron

Categories     Entree

Time 7h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 boneless pork shoulder roast (2 1/2 to 3 lb)
1/4 cup water
1 cup barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • In small bowl, stir together paprika, salt, garlic powder and brown sugar.
  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Rub paprika mixture on pork to cover completely. Place pork in slow cooker. Pour water around pork.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or High heat setting 3 to 4 hours, until extremely tender.
  • Transfer pork to cutting board. Let rest until cool enough to handle. Use 2 forks to shred pork.
  • Discard liquid in slow cooker. Wipe out slow cooker. Spray slow cooker with cooking spray. Return shredded pork to slow cooker; stir in barbecue sauce until well mixed. Cover; cook on High heat setting 10 to 15 minutes or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 670, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 60 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 1410 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder (also known as pork butt) is the best cut for pulled pork because it has a lot of connective tissue that breaks down during cooking, resulting in tender, juicy meat.
  • Season the pork generously: Use a combination of spices, herbs, and salt to flavor the pork. Common seasonings include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper. You can also add a splash of liquid smoke for extra flavor.
  • Cook the pork low and slow: Pulled pork is best cooked at a low temperature (around 225-250°F) for a long period of time (8-12 hours). This allows the connective tissue to break down and the meat to become tender and flavorful.
  • Add moisture to the pork: Pork shoulder can be a dry cut of meat, so it's important to add moisture during cooking. You can do this by adding liquid to the cooking pot, such as water, broth, or beer. You can also add vegetables, such as onions, carrots, and celery, to help keep the meat moist.
  • Shred the pork: Once the pork is cooked, it's time to shred it. You can do this using two forks or a meat shredder. Shred the pork into small pieces, about the size of a bite.
  • Make the sauce: While the pork is cooking, you can make the sauce. There are many different recipes for pulled pork sauce, but they all typically contain a combination of ketchup, mustard, vinegar, brown sugar, and spices. You can also add other ingredients, such as onions, garlic, or peppers, to taste.
  • Serve the pulled pork: Pulled pork can be served on its own, on a bun, or with sides such as coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans.

Conclusion:

Pulled pork is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, and backyard barbecues. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make pulled pork at home. Just follow these tips and you'll be sure to end up with a tender, juicy, and flavorful dish that everyone will love.

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