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    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe

    3 hrs 10 mins | Yield 8 | March 3, 2020 | Updated: March 3, 2020 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Easy oven roasted pulled pork recipe - perfect for a sandwich

    Nothing beats a classic slow-smoked pulled pork. But is it possible to get great flavor by skipping on the grill and making it in the oven? You bet! And this easy one-pot recipe is here to show you how.

    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

    Grill season, grill season, grill season. 

    We get it. It’s the damned Martha Brady of the meat-loving world we live in. And the truth is, it is. Grilling meat just makes it better. (Disclaimer: Most of the time). But that doesn’t mean that you need thousands of dollars in fancy grills adorning your backyard and a fancy ribbon from KCBS to be a damned good cook this summer.

    See, low and slow works perfectly fine in an oven too – and has for years. I wanted to create a zesty bbq flavored version for those who may not have a grill, or may just not feel like standing next to it all day, and low and behold, I did. And it’s finger-licking good.

    This is a slow-braised Oven Roasted Pulled Pork, that packs all the same punch as a smoke – without the signature smoke flavor, or being outside. A great pot and a few minutes of prep are all you need for this recipe.

    What you need

    What you need for oven roasted pulled pork
    Make sure to check the pork if it’s netted that it’s not riddled with too much fat.

    This is a quick an easy one-pot recipe, so let’s start there, a good sturdy Dutch Oven. From there you need a boneless pork shoulder or butt. You want a good marbeling but make sure that the entire cut isn’t rolled up with fat or you will be picking it out once you pull the meat.

    Common pantry staples like olive oil, onions, beer, and some spices are all that’s left. Oh and of course, your favorite barbecue sauce!

    Pro Tip: Still want the smoke? Try adding some liquid smoke to your recipe.

    One pot is all you need for delicious pulled pork!

    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork makes perfect fillings for quesadillas, hot dogs, toppings for that egg salad in the morning, sandwiches, or nibbles, if you’re admittedly lazy like me.

    Plus, it stores for about one week in an airtight container for reheating perfectly. Add a little more sauce, a dash of craft brew, or some broth to remoisten if heating on the stove or in a microwave (gasp!). Consider tossing it in cooking fat or broth and baking for crispy carnitas too.

    What’s your go-to pulled pork recipe?

    Do you smoke it every time, slow cook it, or oven braise it? Have any tips or suggestions you want to throw in? I’d love to hear your thoughts! Chime in below or shoot me a message on social with #girlcarnivore @girlcarnivore.

    Close up of Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Sandwich | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

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    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com
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    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe

    This is a classic one-pot method for creating flavorful pork perfect for sandwiches, nachos and other fun toppings!
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time3 hrs
    Total Time3 hrs 10 mins
    Servings: 8 people
    Calories: 410kcal

    Equipment

    • dutch oven

    Ingredients

    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 1 tbp chili powder
    • 2 tbsb brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • ½ teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon ancho chili powder
    • 4 lbs boneless pork shoulder
    • 2 tbs olive oil
    • 1 onion roughly chopped
    • 1 cup light beer
    • 1 cup barbecue sauce

    Instructions

    Make the Spice Blend

    • Whisk the salt, chili powder, brown sugar, pepper, oregano, garlic powder, and ancho chili powder together in a small bowl.
    • Remove the pork from the wrapper and pat dry.
    • Coat with the rub. Wrap in plastic wrap and allow the pork to rest in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

    Cook the Pork

    • When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
    • Heat the olive oil until just smoking and add the onions.
    • Sautee for 5 minutes.
    • Add the pork and sear for 5 to 7 minutes, turning to brown on all sides.
    • Remove from heat and add the beer. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 hours, checking once halfway through to see if more liquid is needed.
    • Remove from oven, allow to cool until safe to handle. Shred the pork with two forks. Add barbecue sauce to coat the shredded pork and toss.

    Shred and Serve

    • Serve as shredded pork for sandwiches, tacos, quesadilla filling, nacho topping or more.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Oven Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe
    Amount Per Serving (1 g)
    Calories 410 Calories from Fat 99
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 11g17%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Cholesterol 136mg45%
    Sodium 510mg22%
    Potassium 985mg28%
    Carbohydrates 20g7%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 15g17%
    Protein 51g102%
    Vitamin A 415IU8%
    Vitamin C 1.2mg1%
    Calcium 39mg4%
    Iron 2.5mg14%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
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    Pulled Pork sandwich on a plate with chips and pickles | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore.com

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    Hey, I'm Kita, the Meat Maven, outdoor junkie, campfire connoisseur, adventure-seeking and world traveled recipe developer and photographer behind GirlCarnivore.com. My mission is to break down savory eats and inspire you to get a little grit under your nails while having fun with your food. READ MORE

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    1. cyn says

      June 08, 2017 at 12:06 am

      I totally cheated on this recipe (because I was in a pinch for time) but wanted you to know how freaking fabulous it tasted anyway. A huge hit! I used a crock pot, didn’t sauté or brown any of it. Covered the Pork with the rub and refrigerated it over night. In the morning I quarter the onions , broke them apart, put them in the crock pot, put the seasoned Pork on top, poured the beer around the meat, covered and cooked on low 8 hours. Drained the Pork, shredded it and kept warm. Everyone made sandwiches at their leisure out of the butter grilled hamburger buns, shredded meat, BBQ sauce and hamburger pickles. Delicious. Thanks for the suggestion!

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    2. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

      June 15, 2017 at 9:26 am

      My go-to recipe is slow cooked in the crockpot. Then I reduce the cooking liquid (usually root beer haha) down to a syrup which I pour over the shredded pork to be cooked under the broiler for a few minutes. And then I tend to slather it in BBQ sauce. I definitely want to try adding a rub first and browning the outsides before slow cooking though!

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    3. BBQ Diva says

      June 21, 2017 at 3:31 pm

      That looks AMAZING! Thank you.

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    4. Nicole says

      September 26, 2017 at 12:19 am

      I love that the beer keeps the meat super moist. Exactly what you want in a nice pulled pork!

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    5. Aaron Paolino says

      March 29, 2019 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      This pulled pork came out great! Thank you for the inspiration!

      Reply

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