Sweet And Spicy Shredded Pork
- 1 pork shoulder (5 to 7-pound)
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 2 onions, coarsely chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium broth or 2 cups water
- 1 cup cola
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Rinse and dry the pork shoulder.
- Mix together the brown sugar, garlic, cumin, salt, and cayenne. Rub the mixture generously and evenly over the pork shoulder.
- In a large roasting pan or Dutch oven, add the chopped onions, broth, and cola. Place the seasoned pork in the Dutch oven and roast for 4 to 6 hours, checking the pork every hour for tenderness and liquid level.
- When the pork is tender enough that it is falling apart, shred it with a fork. Reserve the juices and pour them over the shredded pork before serving.
- Cook's Note:
- This recipe is so versatile for entertaining because it can be served in so many different ways. It's comfort food that is easy to serve and pleases the masses.
- Shredded Pork Serving Variations:
- Shredded Pork Salads (my favorite):
- Serve the shredded pork over toasted corn tortillas with romaine lettuce, fresh cilantro, pico de gallo, pinto beans, lime wedges, and dressed with a creamy tomatillo dressing. Serve with a quick coleslaw on the side as well.
- Shredded Pork Sandwiches:
- Serve the shredded pork on toasted potato buns.
- Shredded Pork Tacos:
- Set up a taco bar featuring guacamole, sour cream, pico de gallo, cilantro, lime wedges, cotija cheese, etc. Works well for a casual party atmosphere.
pork shoulder, light brown sugar, garlic, ground cumin, salt, cayenne pepper, onions, lowsodium broth, cola
Taken from www.food.com/recipe/sweet-and-spicy-shredded-pork-531811 (may not work)