Follow these steps for perfect results
pork butt
trimmed
vegetable oil
coriander
chopped
black pepper
ground
ground cumin
paprika
salt
garlic
minced
tomato ketchup
Chinese white rice vinegar
brown sugar
water
mustard
cornstarch
soft roll
Remove string and most of the fat from the pork roast.
Combine vegetable oil, paprika, pepper, cumin, coriander, salt, and garlic in a small bowl to create a paste.
Rub the paste all over the pork.
Cover the pork with cling film and marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
Transfer the marinated pork to a slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, mix ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, water, and mustard.
Pour the ketchup mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
Cook on low heat for 4 to 8 hours, or until the pork is very tender.
Remove the cooked pork from the slow cooker and place it in a large bowl.
Use two forks to shred the pork into long strands.
Remove 90ml of the cooking juice from the slow cooker and strain it into a saucepan.
Whisk in cornstarch to the strained cooking juice.
Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring.
Continue stirring until the sauce thickens and bubbles.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker.
Stir the pork to combine it with the remaining cooking juice.
Serve the pulled pork on soft rolls, drizzled with the thickened sauce.
Top with chilled tangy coleslaw.
Expert advice for the best results
For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the rub.
Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
Toast the rolls lightly for added texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day in advance and reheated.
Serve the pulled pork on a roll with a generous helping of coleslaw on top. Drizzle with the thickened sauce.
Serve with coleslaw, baked beans, and potato salad.
Offer a variety of BBQ sauces on the side.
The hoppy bitterness cuts through the richness of the pork.
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A staple of Southern cuisine, often served at gatherings and celebrations.
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