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Dutch Oven BBQ Pulled Pork

Slow-cooked to perfection with a smoky spice rub and covered in your favorite BBQ sauce, this juicy and tender Dutch Oven BBQ Pulled Pork is the ultimate comfort food. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or need a high protein option for meal prep, this tender pulled pork with BBQ sauce is a win!

Prep Time10

Cook Time3

Course: Main Course, pork

Cuisine: American

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Servings: Servings

Calories: 256kcal

Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

Dutch Oven

Ingredients

3 lbs pork shoulder boneless
2 tablespoon avocado oil
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup premade BBQ sauce
½ cup water

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F. Get your Dutch oven out and set it aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
Add avocado oil to Dutch oven heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the pork shoulder from the Dutch oven and set aside.
In the same Dutch oven, add 1 cup of premade BBQ sauce and 1/2 cup of water. Stir to combine. Return the pork shoulder to the Dutch oven, spooning the BBQ sauce mixture over the top. Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and place it in the preheated oven.
Bake the pork shoulder for 2 1/2 - 3 hours or until it is very tender and easily falls apart with a fork.
Remove the Dutch oven from the oven and let the pork shoulder cool for a few minutes. Using two forks, shred the pork shoulder into small pieces. Serve the pulled pork on a bun or over rice, spooning extra BBQ sauce over the top if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

❄Storing & Freezing

Storing: To store leftover pulled pork, allow it to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to an airtight container or a resealable plastic bag. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezing: To freeze pulled pork, let it cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or a resealable plastic bag. Make sure to remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn. Freeze for up to 3 months. To thaw, let it defrost overnight in the refrigerator or in cold water, then reheat on the stove or in the microwave until heated through. You can also reheat it straight from frozen.

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