Juicy pulled pork
These are the top reasons why we adore this recipe:
- slow-roasted juicy pork chuck, perfect for shredded pork
- dairy-free and gluten-free
- use it in different sandwiches, wraps, burgers, salads, and soups
- stores well in the fridge or freezer
- most of the work will be done by your oven
How to use pulled pork
This is one of the most versatile recipes on the blog. You can use it in different sandwiches, tortillas, soups, burgers. These are our favorite ways to use it:
- Cuban Sandwich
- Shredded Pork Burger
- Fresh Shredded Pork Avocado Sandwich
- Mexican-Inspired Shredded Pork Soup
Storing and freezing
There are two ways to store this delicious Pulled Pork recipe.
Keep the chilled homemade Pulled Pork, in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Before serving, reheat in the microwave oven or using a skillet.
Feel free to freeze the Shredded Pork too. Place it in a freezer-friendly container and place it in the freezer for up to 2 months. Before serving, defrost at room temperature (or in the fridge overnight), then reheat in the microwave oven or using a pot.
How to make pulled pork at home (video)
Check this short video to master making pulled pork at home.
Next, try these delicious pork recipes
- Slow Roasted Pork Belly
- Pork Medallions with Apples and Onion
- Cuban Sandwich
- Pork Shoulder Steak with Pepper Sauce
- Braised Pork Shoulder with Pepper Tomato Sauce
- Pork Marbella
Made in collaboration with Lidl Slovenija d.o.o. k.d.
METHOD
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Preparation
Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat the oven to 140 °C / 280 °F.
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pulled pork
Combine oregano, salt, caraway, fennel, and coriander in a small bowl. Place the meat in a large bowl and rub the spice mix into the pork. Peel and dice the onion, peel the garlic, and crush it. Cut the chili into larger pieces. Prepare the cast iron pot (dutch oven). Add in the meat, onion, garlic, and chili, cover with orange juice, cover with a lid, and place in the oven. Cook in the oven for 6 hours at 140 °C / 280 °F. After three hours, check the meat and liquid. If there's not enough liquid left, add 100ml (1/2 cup) of water.
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serve
When the pork is done, remove it from the oven, set aside for 30 minutes, and then shred it using forks.
