Perfect Pulled Pork Recipe

Perfect Pulled Pork Recipe

from kevinandamanda.com
1440 min
3 servings

Best ever pulled pork recipe made in the oven.

Ingredients

  • 1 (4-7 pound) whole Boston Butt or pork shoulder (bone-in with a layer of fat on the bottom)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 quarts cold water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 tablespoons dry rub mix

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix well and store in an air tight container.

  2. 2

    Add salt to cold water and stir very well until all the salt is completely dissolved. Then add the brown sugar, dry rub, and bay leaves and stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Rinse the pork shoulder and place in a large container, pour in the brine solution until the shoulder is completely covered. Cover the container and place in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours.