Maximus Minimus Food Truck Pulled Pork
This is a different take on the slow smoked pulled pork than I am used to. Instead, the pork is first seared on a grill and then roasted in the oven until done and fall-apart tender.
Servings 8
Calories 338kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup dried oregano
- ½ cup chili powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 4 tablespoons kosher salt
- 3 ½ pounds pork shoulder
Instructions
- Combine the seasonings and rub into the pork shoulder. Place in a resealable container or wrap in foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Fire up your grill for high-heat cooking and preheat your oven to 325 F. (Alternatively, you can use a crockpot set to 'high').
- Place shoulder onto the grill and sear on each side until browned, 10-15 minutes per side.
- Transfer pork to a Dutch oven or the crockpot and cook 3-4 hours until falling apart tender. You will not have to add any liquid. (Note: If your Dutch oven lid doesn't seal completely, cover the top with a piece of foil and then add the lid.)
- Let the meat rest 15-30 minutes then shred.
Nutrition
Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 3832mg | Potassium: 794mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 4677IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 5mg