SLOW-COOKER PULLED PORK WITH FRIED SHALLOTS AND CHILES

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Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork with Fried Shallots and Chiles image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup barbecue sauce
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
6 ounces light lager beer, optional
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, plus a splash
Kosher salt
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
3 scallions, chopped
Vegetable oil, for frying
2 egg whites
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 Fresno chiles, sliced crosswise into rings
4 large shallots, sliced crosswise into rings
Celery salt, for seasoning
12 slices white sandwich bread
Bread-and-butter pickles, for serving

Steps:

  • For the pulled pork: Combine the pork, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, lager, 3 tablespoons vinegar, 2 teaspoons salt and the onions in a 6-quart slow cooker. Cook on high power for 6 hours.
  • With a slotted spoon, transfer the pork to a cutting board and shred using two forks. Transfer to a bowl and add enough of the liquid from the slow cooker to generously moisten. Stir in the scallions and a splash of vinegar and season with salt to taste.
  • For the fried shallots and chiles: Set a cooling rack over a baking sheet and set aside. Add enough oil to a medium saucepan to fill by 2 inches. Over medium heat, bring the oil to 340 degrees F. Meanwhile, put the egg whites in a medium bowl and whisk with a fork until frothy. In a separate bowl, combine the flour with the chili powder, cumin and some salt and pepper. In batches, add the chiles and shallots to the bowl of egg whites and toss to coat. Remove from the egg whites, allowing excess liquid to drain off, then place into the flour. Put the coated chiles and shallots onto the prepared cooling rack. Fry in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Remove to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with celery salt.
  • Serve the pulled pork topped with fried shallots and chiles, or assemble into sandwiches:
  • Add the pulled pork to 6 slices of bread, then top with fried chiles and shallots, pickles and the remaining 6 slices bread.

ASsh Ars hadul
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This was a great recipe! The pulled pork was delicious and the fried shallots and chiles added a nice touch.


Freddy FazBlaze
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I've tried this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The pulled pork is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy.


Dai Ho
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The pulled pork was a little bland for my taste, but the fried shallots and chiles added a nice touch of flavor.


Ursula Stacks
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This pulled pork was amazing! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Matthew Bottcher
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I love this recipe! The pulled pork is always a hit at parties and it's so easy to make.


galaxy mobile
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This was my first time making pulled pork and it turned out perfectly. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy.


Zyan Pavel
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I've made this pulled pork several times now and it's always a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Algi Black
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The recipe was easy to follow and the pulled pork turned out great. I served it with coleslaw and potato salad and it was a delicious meal.


Evans Roshez
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the pulled pork and the fried shallots and chiles were a great addition.


Rifat
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The pork was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious. I would recommend adding more liquid to the slow cooker.


the most ultimate gamer
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This pulled pork was fall-apart tender and incredibly flavorful. The fried shallots and chiles added a nice touch of crunch and spice. I will definitely be making this again!