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A simple and delicious slow cooker pulled pork recipe using just pork shoulder roast, sweet soda, and barbecue sauce, cooked low and slow for tender, flavorful meat perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or over rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pork shoulder roast
  • 1 can (12 fl oz) Dr. Pepper or Root Beer
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce (1 cup for cooking, 1 cup for serving)

Instructions

  1. Place the pork shoulder roast into the crockpot.
  2. Pour one can of Dr. Pepper or root beer evenly over the pork.
  3. Spread 1 cup of barbecue sauce evenly over the roast.
  4. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours (or on high for 4 to 5 hours) until the pork is fall-apart tender.
  5. Remove the pork and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
  6. Shred the pork with two forks into bite-size pieces.
  7. Stir 3 to 4 tablespoons of the cooking juices and the remaining 1 cup of barbecue sauce into the shredded pork until combined.

Notes

Use pork shoulder roast for best tenderness and moisture., Allow the pork to rest before shredding to lock in juices., Adjust barbecue sauce quantity to taste after shredding., For spicier pulled pork, add cayenne pepper or use a spicy barbecue sauce., Possible soda alternatives include cola or other flavored sodas., Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days or freeze for 2 to 3 months., Reheat in oven at 350°F (175°C) covered for ~20 minutes, or microwave on medium power for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway, or warm on stovetop over medium heat.

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