Best 6 Slow Cooker Sweet Spicy Pulled Pork Recipes

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Get ready for a savory journey as we unlock the secrets of creating the most delectable slow cooker sweet spicy pulled pork that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors, tender and juicy pork, and an irresistible aroma that will fill your kitchen with warmth and anticipation. We'll guide you through every step, from selecting the best pork cut to mastering the combination of spices and sauce that will take your taste buds on an unforgettable ride. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the world of slow cooker sweet spicy pulled pork!

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SWEET AND SAVORY SLOW COOKER PULLED PORK



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This is a sweet and savory pulled pork that combines many techniques for the best flavor. The slow cooker makes the meat fall off the bone!

Provided by strayredbolt

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 15h5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 (4.5 pound) bone-in pork shoulder roast
1 cup root beer
2 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons ground paprika
½ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
¼ teaspoon celery salt
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
1 ½ cups root beer
1 ½ fluid ounces whiskey
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon olive oil
¾ cup prepared barbecue sauce
10 hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place the pork shoulder roast into a large plastic bag, pour 1 cup of root beer over the meat, and squeeze out all the air from the bag. Seal the bag closed, and refrigerate 6 hours to overnight.
  • The next day, mix together the light brown sugar, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, dry mustard, onion powder, garlic salt, celery salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Remove the meat from the marinade, and shake off the excess. Rub the meat all over with the spice mixture, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Mix together the balsamic vinegar, 1 1/2 cups of root beer, whiskey, and brown sugar in a bowl, and stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the meat on all sides until the meat develops a brown crust, about 3 minutes per side. Place the seared meat into a slow cooker. Pour the balsamic vinegar-root beer mixture over the meat, set the slow cooker to High, and cook for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove the roast from the slow cooker, and shred with 2 forks. Discard the bones and all but 1 cup of the liquid in the slow cooker. Return the shredded meat to the cooker, mix in the barbecue sauce, and let sit on Low until ready to serve. Serve piled on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 81.4 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 985.4 mg, Sugar 21.4 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SPICY PULLED PORK RECIPE



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This Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Pulled Pork recipe combines brown sugar, garlic, red pepper, lemon pepper and ginger for a delicious main dish that is ready for dinner when you are.

Provided by The Wanderlust Kitchen

Categories     Main Dish

Time 9h15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2.5 pounds boneless pork loin roast
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
1/4 teaspoon Lemon Pepper
1/4 teaspoon Ginger
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Choice of BBQ sauce (optional)
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1/4 cup grated carrot
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Steps:

  • Pat the pork dry and place in a 5-quart or larger slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and spices. Rub the mixture over the top and sides of the pork. Drizzle the vinegar over the top.
  • Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or until pork shreds easily with a fork.
  • Optional: Preheat oven broiler. Toss shredded pork with 1 cup BBQ sauce and spread onto baking sheet. Broil 6 inches away from heat source for 4 to 6 minutes until slightly crispy.
  • Place the cabbage and carrot in a large bowl.
  • Combine the olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and whisk vigorously to emulsify. Pour over the cabbage mixture and toss to coat.
  • Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 495 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 56 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 168 mg, Sodium 734 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g

SLOW COOKER SWEET & SPICY PULLED PORK



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While I don't enjoy drinking beer, I love cooking with it. This quick recipe also goes great on plain hamburger buns with a side of slaw. -Renee Herrington, Plano, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 bottle (12 ounces) beer or 1-1/2 cups beef broth
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons paprika
4 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon hickory liquid smoke, optional
8 Hawaiian sweet hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • Place roast in a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine tomato sauce, beer, brown sugar, honey, tomato paste, seasonings and, if desired, liquid smoke; pour over meat. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks. Skim fat from cooking juices. Return meat to slow cooker; heat through., Using tongs, place meat mixture on bun bottoms. Replace tops. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 648 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SWEET & SPICY PULLED PORK SANDWICHES



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I threw some always-available condiments into my slow cooker with a pork roast to create this fantastic pulled pork. It has become a staple sandwich filler for large get-togethers. The flavor of the pork goes well with a cold glass of white wine.-Lori Terry, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 medium onions, sliced (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 boneless pork shoulder roast (4 to 5 pounds)
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce
1 tablespoon molasses
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 cups coleslaw mix
3 tablespoons lime juice
10 kaiser or onion rolls, split

Steps:

  • Place onions in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Mix brown sugar, paprika, salt and pepper; rub over roast. Place over onions., In a small bowl, mix broth, vinegar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, chili sauce, molasses, garlic and mustard; pour over roast. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. In a small bowl, toss coleslaw mix with lime juice. Shred pork with two forks. Return pork to slow cooker; heat through. Serve on rolls with coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 1175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

SPICY PULLED PORK



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A spicy blend of hot sauce, chili powder, paprika, adobo seasoning, and cayenne pepper gives this slow cooker pulled pork a delicious kick. Barbeque sauce and brown sugar add sweetness.

Provided by lvfood

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 5h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (4 pound) pork loin roast, cut into pieces
1 tablespoon butter
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
¾ cup barbeque sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Mix flour, chili powder, paprika, cumin, adobo seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add pork and toss until coated.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; fry pork in batches until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Transfer browned pork to a slow cooker.
  • Cook and stir onion and garlic in the same skillet until vegetables are fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir tomatoes, barbeque sauce, brown sugar, and hot sauce into onion mixture and simmer for 5 minutes. Pour sauce over pork.
  • Cook on low for 5 to 6 hours. Transfer pork to a plate and shred with 2 forks. Return pork to slow cooker and stir. Continue to cook, uncovered, until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.6 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 66.6 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 434.3 mg, Sugar 11.5 g

SPICY CAROLINA STYLE PULLED PORK (IN CROCK POT) RECIPE



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i made this last week, my first attempt at pulled pork, and it was a winner. i had a spicy carolina style pp sandwich at a native american festival, and got into a chat with the cooks. this was the recipe, from what i can recall as it was told to me. by the way, this is by no means a low fat dish. trying to make it low fat will just not be the same. please enjoy it the way it was meant to be. pork fat rules!

Provided by buckytom

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons paprika
2 teaspoons sea salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
5 lbs pork shoulder
1 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon powdered cayenne pepper
2 red onions, quartered
2 yellow onions, quartered

Steps:

  • combine the brown sugar, paprika, salt and pepper, and rub the mixture over the roast. wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate a few hours, overnight is best.
  • in a bowl, combine the vinegar, worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, sugar, mustard, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. mix well.
  • place the quartered onions in the bottom of the crock pot. unwrap the roast, and place on top of onions. drizzle most of the vinegar mix over the roast, reserving some to add to the shredded meat at the end.
  • cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, or high for 4 to 5 hours.
  • remove the meat and onions to a cutting board. remove skin and set aside. using two forks (or your fingers, if you have asbestos hands), pull and shred the pork. chop the onions, and mix into the shredded meat. using a fork, remove some of the fat from under the skin, mince, and add to the shredded meat and onions as needed for moisture and flavor.
  • serve on warm buns or crusty hard rolls, with the remaining vinegar mixture on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 980.7, Fat 68.5, SaturatedFat 23.7, Cholesterol 268.4, Sodium 1115.7, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 12.2, Protein 66.5

Tips:

  • Use a good quality pork shoulder roast for the best results. Bone-in or boneless will work, as long as it's at least 4 pounds.
  • Don't skip the spice rub. It's what gives the pulled pork its amazing flavor.
  • Use a slow cooker liner to make cleanup a breeze.
  • Cook the pulled pork on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours.
  • Shred the pulled pork with two forks or a pair of tongs.
  • Serve the pulled pork on buns or rolls, with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This slow cooker sweet and spicy pulled pork is an easy and delicious recipe that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up a pork shoulder roast, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With its perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this pulled pork is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to disappear quickly. So next time you're looking for an easy and flavorful dish to make, give this slow cooker sweet and spicy pulled pork a try. You won't be disappointed!

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