My Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Sandwiches are made without BBQ sauce. If you can’t eat BBQ, this is perfect. Everyone else can add it to theirs. We’re all happy!!
Updated 06/12/2020
Have you heard of cooking pork and roast in sodas? If not, you’re in for a treat with these Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork Sandwiches.
What is the best meat for pulled pork?
Pork shoulder is the best cut. However, any pork roast with a higher fat content will work too. The fat helps give the pork flavor.
What can I make with pulled pork other than sandwiches?
- Sliders
- Tacos
- Soup
- Salad
- Pizza
- Egg Rolls
What goes with pulled pork sandwiches?
- Potato Salad
- Cole Slaw
- Baked Beans
- Salad
- Baked Potato
- Pickles and Onions
How to prepare pulled pork sandwiches
- Make your pulled pork.
- Shred the pork to bite size/manageable pieces.
- Place 1/2 cup to 1 cup of pulled pork on your choice of bread/bun.
- Add toppings, if desired.
Why did my pulled pork come out tough?
Cooking your pork on a high temperature and too fast will result in tough pork.
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- Slow Cooker
- Large Serving Fork
- Small glass bowls (good for condiments)
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Dr Pepper Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 4-5 lb Boneless Pork Shoulder Roast
- 1 Bottle (16.9 oz) Dr. Pepper
- 1/2 Tsp Pepper
- 1 Tsp Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
- 1 Tsp Onion Powder Can sub with Garlic Powder
- 10 Hamburger Buns or your choice of bread/bun
Instructions
- Mix seasoning in a small bowl.
- Rub the seasoning on all sides of the pork roast.
- Place pork roast in slow cooker.
- Slowly pour in the Dr. Pepper. Try not to let it fizz/foam too much.
- Cook on low for 8 hours. **Or high for 4 hours. Check periodically to make sure your Dr. Pepper is not evaporating too much. Flip the pork if need be, or just spoon some of the extra juice on top.
- Remove from slow cooker into a casserole dish, or something similar. Tear apart with a fork. Spoon some of the remaining juice in the slow cooker over the meat to keep it moist. Serve.
