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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pulled Pork

A mound of shredded Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pulled Pork covered in a thick, glossy sauce on a white plate.
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Make tender, flavorful pulled pork using a slow cooker with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze. This recipe requires minimal effort for a delicious family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb pork shoulder (Boston butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. Place the pork shoulder into the basin of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ginger, and black pepper to create the sauce.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or large plate. Shred the meat using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat.
  6. Pour the remaining liquid from the slow cooker into a small saucepan. Bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat.
  7. Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering liquid. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to a glaze consistency, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  8. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss it thoroughly with the thickened honey garlic glaze until the meat is evenly coated.
  9. Serve the pulled pork immediately on buns or over your choice of side dish.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, allow the pork to cook on the LOW setting for the full duration.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce without using cornstarch, remove the liquid and simmer it uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes until it reduces significantly.
  • This pulled pork freezes well. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three months.

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