Traeger Pulled Pork
This traeger pulled pork recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a family gathering or a weekend barbecue. The pork is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat that is packed with smoky flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork shoulder, bone-in
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your Traeger grill to 250°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create a dry rub.
- Rub the dry rub all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Place the pork shoulder on the grill and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the shredded pork with the barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar.
- Serve the traeger pulled pork on buns or alongside your favorite sides.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 8 hours
- Total time:
- 8 hours
- Cooking method
- Traeger Grill
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Aluminum foil Meat thermometer
Tools
Traeger grill
Serving suggestions
Serve the traeger pulled pork with coleslaw, pickles, and cornbread for a complete barbecue meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, use a combination of hickory and apple wood pellets in your Traeger grill.
Cost
$20