SLOW COOKED PORK ROAST WITH HOMEMADE BARBECUE SAUCE

Slow Cooked Pork Roast with Homemade Barbecue Sauce image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Time 9h

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 36

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Ingredients

1 pork shoulder roast (Boston Butt or Picnic roast), about 6 to 8 pounds
4 teaspoons Emeril's Original Essence
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Homemade Barbecue Sauce, recipe follows
10-12 Sandwich Buns, for serving
Classic Coleslaw, for serving, recipe follows
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 1/4 teaspoons sweet paprika
2 teaspoons Emeril's Bayou Blast
2 teaspoons ground mustard
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups water
3/4 cup cider vinegar
6 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3/4 cup mayonnaise, homemade or store-bought
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons buttermilk
4 teaspoons celery seeds
1 teaspoon salt, plus more for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more for seasoning
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups shredded green cabbage (about 1/2 head)
3 cups shredded red cabbage (about 1/2 head)
1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
1 large carrot, shredded
1/2 cup grated yellow onion
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

Slow Cooked Pork Roast: Remove the pork from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature before proceeding.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a roasting pan with aluminum foil. Season the meat well on all sides with the Essence, salt, and cayenne pepper. Place a roasting rack inside the roasting pan and place the seasoned pork on the rack, fat side up. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 4 hours.
Remove the foil from the pan and continue to bake until the roast is very tender and will pull apart easily with a fork, about 2 hours longer. Remove the pork from the oven and set aside to cool slightly. Remove any excess fat from the roast and discard (if desired - I just love the crunchy bits of skin left on top!)
Homemade Barbecue Sauce: In a medium non-reactive saucepan set over medium-high heat add the butter and, when melted, add the onions and cook until they are very soft, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic, paprika, Bayou Blast, ground mustard, salt, crushed red pepper, black pepper and cayenne and cook for 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes, or until the tomato paste begins to brown. Add the water, cider vinegar and dark brown sugar and stir to combine. Reduce heat to low and cook until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have come together, 15 to 20 minutes.
Set aside to cool before serving.
Sauce may be made up to one week in advance and refrigerated in an airtight, non-reactive container. (Makes 3 cups)
Classic Coleslaw: In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard, brown sugar, vinegar, buttermilk, celery seeds, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Whisk well to dissolve the sugar.
In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, bell pepper, carrot, onion, and parsley. Toss with the dressing until evenly coated. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours and up to overnight, before serving.
Plating / Assembly: Using two forks or your hands, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces. Serve with sauce and buns and coleslaw if desired.

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Ruth Agha

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I'm not a fan of barbecue sauce, but this recipe was still a winner. The pork roast was so tender and juicy, and the spices were perfect. I served it with roasted vegetables, and it was a delicious and healthy meal.

Edward Johannes Anderson

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This recipe is amazing! The pork roast was so juicy and flavorful, and the barbecue sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect Sunday dinner.

iqra malik

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The pork roast was a bit tough, but the barbecue sauce was delicious. I'll try again with a different cooking method.

Donnel

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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious meals to make for my family, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The pork roast is always a hit, and the barbecue sauce is so easy to make.

mujahid rakhis

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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork roast was so tender and flavorful, and the barbecue sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.

Charlotte Walker

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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork roast turned out great. The barbecue sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good dish.

Funny Ideas

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The pork roast was a bit dry, but the barbecue sauce was amazing. I'll try again with a different cut of pork.

Milon Miah

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This recipe is a keeper! The pork roast was so moist and juicy, and the barbecue sauce was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.

Roswita Musokota

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I love this recipe! The pork roast always comes out perfect, and the barbecue sauce is so easy to make. It's a great dish to serve for a crowd.

Mohammed Raju

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This recipe was a hit! The pork roast was fall-apart tender and the homemade barbecue sauce was tangy and delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect family meal.

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