Ingredients
Method
- Pat the pork dry with a paper towel to help the seasoning stick.
- Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub the seasoning mix thoroughly all over the pork.
- For slow cooker method: Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours until the pork is tender and easily shreds.
- Remove pork from the cooker and shred it using two forks.
- Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir in the barbecue sauce. Let it simmer for 20 minutes on low before serving.
- For oven method: Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Place the seasoned pork in a roasting pan or Dutch oven. Pour in the broth and apple cider vinegar.
- Cover tightly with foil or a lid and roast in the oven for 3.5 to 4 hours.
- Check if the pork shreds easily; if not, cook for 30 more minutes.
- Remove pork from the oven, shred it, and mix in the barbecue sauce.
- Return the shredded pork to the oven uncovered for an additional 20 minutes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water. Serve with coleslaw, mac and cheese, pickles, cornbread, or potato salad. Great in tacos, sandwiches, nachos, or over rice.