Oven BBQ pulled pork is juicy, tender, and full of flavor thanks to a smoky dry rub and a beer-infused roast. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 6 pound boneless pork shoulder
- ¼ cup yellow mustard
- 1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons salt divided
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 12 ounces beer
- bbq sauce to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels and brush all sides with mustard.
- In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, thyme, and cumin.
- Sprinkle the spice mix evenly over the pork and pat it in so it adheres well.
- Place the pork in a roasting pan or deep baking dish. Pour the beer around the meat. Tent with foil, making sure the foil doesn’t touch the pork.
- Pour the beer around the shoulder.
- Bake for 3 ½ to 4 hours, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 203°F. Remove the foil during the last 30 minutes to allow the meat to brown.
- Let the pork rest for 30 minutes. Transfer it to a sheet tray and shred using two forks, discarding any remaining large pieces of fat, if desired.
- Sprinkle the shredded pork with the remaining teaspoon of salt and toss to combine. Serve immediately with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Notes
- This versatile pulled pork can be served on its own, on buns, or in other dishes.
- For extra moisture, mix some reserved cooking liquid into the shredded pork.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, wrap leftover pork in foil with a splash of water or reserved cooking liquid. Seal tightly and bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes or until warmed through.
Nutrition
Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 52g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 136mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 904mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 3mg
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