Best Apple Cider Pulled Pork Recipes

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APPLE CIDER PULLED PORK



Apple Cider Pulled Pork image

For potlucks and tailgates, we slow-cook pork with cider, onions and spices. These tangy sliders and sweet potato fries make a winning barbecue plate. -Rachel Lewis, Danville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h30m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1-1/2 cups apple cider or juice
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
24 mini buns, warmed
Additional apple slices, optional

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients. Place apples, onion, celery and cider in a 5-qt. slow cooker; top with roast. Sprinkle roast with seasoning mixture. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 6-8 hours., Remove roast; shred with 2 forks. Skim fat from cooking juices. Mix cornstarch and water; stir into cooking juices. Cook, covered, on high until thickened, 10-15 minutes; stir in pork. Serve on buns. If desired, top with apple slices. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 563mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

APPLE CIDER PULLED PORK WITH CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLES



Apple Cider Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onion and Apples image

Tender, sweet, slow cooked pork makes a perfect pairing with sweet and tangy caramelized apples and onion. A perfect fall sandwich.

Provided by coldstar37

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pulled Pork

Time 6h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (12 fluid ounce) bottles hard apple cider
¼ cup brown sugar
1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin
½ cup butter
1 large onion, cut into strips
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
6 hard rolls, split

Steps:

  • Combine hard apple cider and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a slow cooker; mix until dissolved. Add pork tenderloin.
  • Cook tenderloin on Low until very tender, about 6 hours. Shred pork with a fork.
  • About 20 minutes for the pork is finished, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onion until well browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and onion powder; season with salt and pepper. Stir apples and sugar mixture into cooked onion. Cover and cook until apples are tender and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes more.
  • Spoon pork and apple-onion sauce over rolls to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.9 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 407.5 mg, Sugar 43.8 g

SLOW COOKER BBQ APPLE CIDER PULLED PORK



Slow Cooker BBQ Apple Cider Pulled Pork image

Pulled pork made in a slow cooker with apple cider. One of the best and easiest pulled pork recipes I've ever used. Serve in a sandwich, or as desired.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pulled Pork

Time 7h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 pork tenderloin cutlets
1 cup sparkling apple cider, or more as needed
¼ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 (18 ounce) bottle honey barbecue sauce, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place pork into the bottom of a slow cooker and pour cider over the meat until it is covered. Add brown sugar and cinnamon, making sure they're in the cider and not on the sides of the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low until pork shreds easily, 7 to 12 hours.
  • Transfer pork carefully to a plate or bowl, being careful it doesn't fall apart in the cider. Shred using 2 forks. Stir in barbecue sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 130.9 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 986.8 mg, Sugar 39.3 g

INSTANT POT® APPLE CIDER PULLED PORK



Instant Pot® Apple Cider Pulled Pork image

The Instant Pot® is so much faster for pulled pork than a slow cooker! The combination of maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and apple cider seemed just right for fall. I served this with coleslaw on homemade slider buns.

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons maple syrup
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons salt
2 ¾ pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 4 pieces
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle hard apple cider

Steps:

  • Combine maple syrup, mustard, and salt in a bowl. Rub mixture all over pork.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Cook pork until starting to brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Pour in apple cider; use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pot.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions. Set timer for 35 minutes; allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes.
  • Unlock and remove the lid. Transfer pork pieces to a cutting board. Skim fat off the surface of the cooking juices; select Saute function and bring to a boil. Simmer until reduced by half, 8 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, shred pork with 2 forks. Return pork to the pot and stir to coat with juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 418.1 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

PULLED PORK SANDWICHES WITH APPLE CIDER SLAW



PULLED PORK SANDWICHES WITH APPLE CIDER SLAW image

Categories     Salad     Sandwich     Berry     Leafy Green     Pork     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Dinner     Lunch     Salad Dressing     Potluck

Yield 10 - 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

5 cloves garlic, chopped fine
1½ tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pork:
10-14 pounds pork butt
2 jars American Spoon Cherry BBQ Grilling Sauce
1 bottle of your favorite lager beer
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Apple Cider Slaw:
1 medium head green cabbage
1 large green bell pepper, chopped fine
1 bunch green onions, sliced thin
3 large carrots, peeled and grated on a cheese grater
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped fine
1 cup American Spoon Apple Cider Grilling Sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
Kosher salt to taste
Buns for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the garlic, olive oil, and salt and mix into a paste. Rub the paste over the pork butt and place the pork in a heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid. Refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Add the two jars of BBQ sauce, the beer, and vinegar to the pot with the pork. Place in oven, uncovered, for about 30 minutes. When the pork begins to crisp, reduce the oven to 325 degrees, baste the pork with the pan juices, then cover and continue roasting for 4 to 5 hours. Baste the pork with the BBQ sauce every 30 minutes, until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily with a fork. The BBQ sauce will reduce down to a thick, sticky glaze, but if the sauce is reducing too quickly, add a splash of water, or a little more beer to loosen up the sauce. Once the pork is tender, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool. When the pork can be handled, pull the meat into large shreds. Put the pulled pork back into the cooking pot and mix with the reduced BBQ sauce. Serve the pulled pork with Apple Cider Slaw, toasted sandwich buns, and some pickles. Apple Cider Slaw Prep: Remove the core from the green cabbage and cut the head in half from root to tip. Slice each half into quarter inch ribbons. Add pepper, green onions, carrots, and jalapeño and toss to combine. Whisk together the Apple Cider Grilling Sauce, mayonnaise, and cider vinegar. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to combine. Season with salt to taste.

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Apple cider pulled pork is a delicious and savory dish that is perfect for barbecues and family dinners. This recipe is made by slow cooking pork shoulder in a mixture of apple cider vinegar, apple cider, and a variety of spices. The result is a juicy, flavorful, and tender meat that falls apart with just one touch.

What is Pulled Pork?

Pulled pork is a dish that originated in the southern part of the United States. It is made from pork shoulder, which is a tough cut of meat that is ideal for slow cooking. To make pulled pork, the meat is slow cooked for several hours until it is tender and can be easily shredded or "pulled" apart.

How to Make Apple Cider Pulled Pork?

To make apple cider pulled pork, you will need the following ingredients:
  • Pork shoulder (4-5 pounds)
  • Apple cider vinegar (1 cup)
  • Apple cider (1 cup)
  • Brown sugar (1/4 cup)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Onion powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
  • Cumin (1 teaspoon)
  • Salt (1 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Worcestershire sauce (2 tablespoons)
Instructions:
  1. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Once hot, sear the pork shoulder on all sides until golden brown.
  4. Transfer the pork shoulder to a slow cooker.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, apple cider, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour the mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and falls apart easily.
  7. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board.
  8. Using two forks, shred the pork shoulder into small pieces.
  9. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the cooking liquid.
  10. Cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  11. Serve the apple cider pulled pork with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, cornbread, or roasted vegetables.

Variations of Apple Cider Pulled Pork

There are several ways to customize and experiment with this recipe to make it your own. Here are some variations of apple cider pulled pork:
  • Use different cuts of meat, such as pork tenderloin or pork butt.
  • Add more or less spice, depending on your preferences.
  • Use different types of vinegar, such as white wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar.
  • Add fruits, such as apples, pears, or peaches, to the cooking liquid for a sweeter flavor.
  • Add barbecue sauce or hot sauce to the shredded pork for a spicier kick.

Conclusion

Apple cider pulled pork is a versatile and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its tender and flavorful meat, it is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next barbecue or family dinner. By following the above recipe and experimenting with your own variations, you can create your own signature apple cider pulled pork recipe that will become a family favorite.
Apple cider pulled pork is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. Whether you’re preparing it for a family dinner, a potluck or to feed a crowd, there are a few valuable tips that can help you make the perfect apple cider pulled pork.

Choose the right cut of pork

When making apple cider pulled pork, choosing the right cut of pork is crucial. Some cuts of pork are better suited for slow cooking, while others are better for grilling or frying. For pulled pork, it’s recommended that you use either shoulder or butt. These cuts of pork are the most flavorful and tender, making them perfect for slow cooking.

Use a slow cooker or oven

The best way to cook apple cider pulled pork is by using a slow cooker or oven. Slow cooking allows the pork to cook low and slow, resulting in tender and juicy meat that falls apart at the touch of a fork. If you’re pressed for time, you can increase the cooking temperature and reduce the cooking time, but keep in mind that this can result in tough and dry meat.

Season the pork

Seasoning the pork is essential for a flavorful apple cider pulled pork. A simple mix of salt, pepper, and garlic powder can do wonders for the flavor of the pork. You can also add your favorite spices such as cumin, paprika or chili powder to add more depth to the flavor.

Marinate the pork

Marinating the pork can help enhance the flavor and tenderness of the meat. Apple cider vinegar, apple cider and brown sugar make an excellent marinade for pulled pork. Simply mix these ingredients together and let the pork sit in the marinade for at least an hour or overnight in the fridge for even better results.

Add apple cider to the cooking liquid

Adding apple cider to the cooking liquid can give your pulled pork a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. You can add apple cider to the slow cooker or oven with the pork, or you can save it to mix with the pork after it’s cooked. Be sure to use unsweetened apple cider for the best flavor.

Don’t overcook the pork

Overcooking the pork can result in tough and dry meat. Check the pork every hour or so to ensure that it’s not overcooking. You can use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork; it should reach a temperature of 190-200°F before it’s done cooking.

Let the pork rest before shredding

Letting the pork rest for at least 10-15 minutes before shredding can help the meat retain its juices and flavor. If you shred the pork too soon, it can release too much moisture, resulting in dry meat.

Shred the pork using two forks

Shredding the pork can be a tedious process, but it’s essential for making apple cider pulled pork. Use two forks to shred the pork, pulling it apart in opposite directions to create small, bite-sized pieces. Don't worry if the pork looks inhomogeneous-that's the way pulled pork should look.

Add the cooking liquid and apple cider vinegar to the shredded pork

Once you’ve shredded the pork, add the cooking liquid and apple cider vinegar to the meat. This will help enhance the flavor and add moisture back to the pork. Don’t add too much liquid, as you don’t want your pulled pork to be too soupy.

Enjoy your apple cider pulled pork!

Apple cider pulled pork is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways. Serve it on hamburger buns with your favorite barbecue sauce and toppings, or use it to make tacos, nachos or salads. Leftover pulled pork can also be frozen and reheated for a quick and easy meal. Enjoy!

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