Are you ready to take your pulled pork game to the next level? Look no further than this delicious and savory recipe for Dinosaur BBQ Pulled Pork. Perfect for gatherings, weeknight dinners, or simply satisfying your barbecue cravings, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. Get ready to enjoy tender, flavorful meat that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Dinosaur BBQ Pulled Pork
Ingredients:
– 1 5-7 pound pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
– 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon onion powder
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup apple cider vinegar
– 1 cup ketchup
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
– 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.
3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
4. Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan or Dutch oven and cover tightly with aluminum foil or a lid.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for 4-5 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily falls apart with a fork.
6. While the pork is cooking, prepare the BBQ sauce. In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, ketchup, 1/2 cup brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard.
7. Simmer the sauce over low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it has slightly thickened.
8. Once the pork is done, remove it from the oven and shred the meat using two forks.
9. Pour the BBQ sauce over the shredded pork and mix well to ensure the meat is coated thoroughly.
10. Return the pork to the oven, uncovered, and cook for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
11. Serve the Dinosaur BBQ Pulled Pork on sandwich buns, over rice, or on its own with your favorite sides. Enjoy!
Creating this Dinosaur BBQ Pulled Pork will make you the hero of any barbecue or family gathering. The combination of tender pork and flavorful BBQ sauce is simply irresistible. This recipe is perfect for batch cooking, as the leftovers can be frozen and enjoyed later. Set aside some time to slow-cook this dish, and you’ll be rewarded with a mouthwatering meal that will have everyone asking for more. Treat yourself and your loved ones to a truly delicious dining experience with this fantastic recipe.
