slow cooker pulled pork
A tender slow cooker pulled pork with warm spices and smoky undertones, perfect for tacos, bowls, or sandwiches.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 leaves bay leaves
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Combine salt, cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix all over the pork.
- Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker. Scatter the chopped onion and minced garlic around the pork.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add bay leaves. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Remove pork from the slow cooker, shred with two forks, and stir into the juices to moisten.
- Optional: broil the shredded pork for a few minutes to crisp the edges, then mix back into the juices.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with warm tortillas, pico de gallo, and avocado. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.