Oven Roasted Pulled Pork
Ingredients
- 6 pound boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes)
(optional
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 12 ounce bottle beer)
(use your favorite
- 1 teaspoon salt
- bbq sauce
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 2
Using paper towels, pat a 6 pound boneless pork shoulder dry (this just helps everything stick better to the meat.)
- 3
Brush all over with 1/4 cup yellow mustard. You can use a pastry brush or just rub it on with your clean fingers.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix together 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon dried thyme and 1 teaspoon ground cumin until combined.
- 5
Sprinkle the spice mix all over with the pork shoulder and make sure to use it all. Do your best to pat it in with your hands so it sticks.
- 6
Place the seasoned pork shoulder into a roaster pan or large baking dish with deep sides.
- 7
Next, pour 12 ounce bottle beer all around the shoulder (not on top so you don’t accidentally rinse off the seasoning.)
- 8
Cover the pan with foil, making sure it doesn’t touch the meat.
- 9
Bake for 3 ½ - 4 hours until an internal temperature reaches 203°F. Take off the foil the last 30 minutes of cooking to brown.
- 10
Allow the meat to rest for 30 minutes before placing it on a sheet tray and shredding it. Don’t skip this part! Discard any large chunks of fat.
- 11
Sprinkle the shredded meat evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and toss to combine. Serve immediately with bbq sauce of your choice.
Oven Roasted Pulled Pork
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork that practically cooks itself? This Oven Roasted Pulled Pork recipe delivers incredible flavor and fork-tender results with just 15 minutes of hands-on prep. You'll end up with the tastiest pulled pork ever, perfect for any occasion.
The magic in this recipe lies in a meticulously crafted homemade seasoning blend, featuring a generous amount of smoked paprika, aromatic garlic and onion powder, and a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick. Paired with a bottle of your favorite beer, the pork shoulder braises slowly, ensuring every shred is juicy, deeply flavorful, and incredibly tender.
Prepare for an aroma that fills your kitchen, promising a truly comforting meal. You'll enjoy incredibly flavorful, tender pork that effortlessly pulls apart with a fork, ready to soak up your favorite BBQ sauce. The slow roasting process ensures a deep, rich taste and a satisfying, shredded texture that’s perfect for sandwiches or platters. This recipe aims for maximum flavor with minimal fuss, making it approachable for any home cook.
While the seasoning blend is a winner, feel free to adjust the crushed red pepper flakes for less or more heat depending on your preference. If you prefer not to use beer, an equal amount of chicken or beef broth would work perfectly to keep the pork moist during its long, slow roast.
This versatile Oven Roasted Pulled Pork is ideal for casual gatherings, game day feasts, or a comforting family dinner. Serve it piled high on buns with plenty of BBQ sauce, alongside your favorite coleslaw, or as a hearty main course.