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.

Traeger Pulled Pork

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

  1. Preheat your Traeger grill to 250°F.
  2. 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.
  3. Rub the dry rub all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  4. Place the pork shoulder on the grill and cook for 6-8 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
  5. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 15 minutes.
  6. Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
  7. In a large bowl, mix the shredded pork with the barbecue sauce and apple cider vinegar.
  8. 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