Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 unit

pork roast

1 unit

lemon juice

freshly squeezed

1 unit

onion

cut up

1 tsp

sugar

1 bottle

BBQ sauce

Step 1
~55 min

Place pork roast in a crock pot.

Step 2
~55 min

Cover with water.

Step 3
~55 min

Cook on low heat for 8-10 hours.

Step 4
~55 min

Drain the water from the crock pot.

Step 5
~55 min

Shred the pork roast using two forks.

Step 6
~55 min

Sauté chopped onion in butter until softened.

Step 7
~55 min

In a separate bowl, combine BBQ sauce, sautéed onions, sugar, and lemon juice.

Step 8
~55 min

Add the sauce mixture to the shredded pork in the crock pot.

Step 9
~55 min

Cook on high heat for 1 1/2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of apple cider vinegar for extra tang.

Use a good quality BBQ sauce for best results.

Serve on toasted buns with coleslaw.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve on hamburger buns with coleslaw and pickles.

Serve as a topping for baked potatoes or nachos.

Serve as a filling for tacos or quesadillas.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Baked Beans
Corn on the Cob
Mac and Cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

Popular BBQ dish, often served at gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer barbecues
Fourth of July
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Summer
Party
Weekend
Game Day

Popularity Score

85/100

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