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A pulled pork sandwich on a soft bun sits on a white plate next to creamy coleslaw, one of the classic sides for pulled pork sandwiches.

Crock Pot Pulled Pork

This crockpot pulled pork recipe is slow-cooked to perfection! Juicy, tender, and full of flavor—perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep.

Course main dish
Cuisine American
Keyword crock pot pulled pork
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 5 minutes
Servings 5 lbs
Author momma lew

Ingredients

Dry Rub Ingredients

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tbsp pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder

Pork Ingredients

  • 1 4-7lb whole Boston Butt or pork shoulder (bone-in with a layer of fat on the bottom)
  • BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat dry the shoulder with paper towels.

  2. Mix together the seasonings in a bowl.

  3. Place the pork in the crock pot, with the fat stop on the top.

  4. Then sprinkle the dry rub over the pork, making sure it adheres to the meat.

  5. Cook on low for 8-10 hours.

  6. Shred the pork with two forks and serve with your favorite BBQ sauce.

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