Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/8 checked
16
servings
1 unit

Crisco Original No-Stick Cooking Spray

for spraying

5 lb

pork shoulder Boston roast

3 tbsp

hickory-flavored liquid smoke flavor enhancer

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

pepper

to taste

18 oz

Smucker's(R) Apricot Preserves

0.75 cup

barbecue sauce prepared

16 unit

kaiser rolls

sliced

Step 1
~20 min

Preheat oven to 350°F.

Step 2
~20 min

Spray a shallow roasting pan with no-stick cooking spray.

Step 3
~20 min

Coat pork roast generously with hickory smoke flavor enhancer.

Step 4
~20 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5
~20 min

Cover roast with foil.

Step 6
~20 min

Slow roast for 4 hours or until meat falls from the bone.

Step 7
~20 min

Remove meat from pan.

Step 8
~20 min

Using two forks, shred pork.

Step 9
~20 min

Skim fat from pan juices.

Step 10
~20 min

Combine up to 1/2 cup pan juices, preserves, and barbecue sauce.

Step 11
~20 min

Add the sauce mixture to the shredded pork.

Step 12
~20 min

Serve warm in Kaiser rolls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

Serve with coleslaw for a classic pulled pork sandwich combination.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Pork can be cooked ahead of time and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw

Serve with potato salad

Serve with french fries

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Corn on the Cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Polynesia (Inspired)

Cultural Significance

Fusion cuisine, blending Polynesian flavors with American barbecue traditions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

BBQ
Summer
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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