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3 Ingredient Root Beer Pulled Pork
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3 Ingredient Root Beer Pulled Pork

This 3 ingredient root beer pulled pork transforms a simple pork shoulder into a tender, flavorful feast with minimal effort. Root beer and BBQ sauce create a sweet, smoky glaze that makes this dish absolutely irresistible.

4.5
490 min
🍴8 servings
🔥380 cal
🔖Easy
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Slow-cooked pork shoulder in root beer and BBQ sauce for the easiest pulled pork you will ever make.

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Nutrition per serving

380Calories
34gProtein
18gCarbs
16gFat
0gFiber

Ingredients

8servings

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Instructions

1

Season and Sear the Pork

Rub the pork shoulder generously with salt on all sides. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork for 3 to 4 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to the slow cooker.

2

Slow Cook with Root Beer

Pour the root beer over the seared pork in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until the pork is completely tender and falling apart.

3

Shred and Sauce

Remove the pork and discard the cooking liquid. Shred the pork with two forks, removing any bones or excess fat. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker, add BBQ sauce, stir to coat, and cook on low for an additional 15 minutes before serving.

Substitutions

root beercola or ginger ale for a slightly different sweet flavor
pork shoulderpork butt or boneless pork loin for a leaner option

Common mistakes

Skipping the sear step which adds important depth of flavor to the final dish
Not discarding the cooking liquid before adding BBQ sauce which leads to a watery, bland pulled pork
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