North Carolina Pulled Pork

North Carolina Pulled Pork is a mouthwatering dish featuring tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder, seasoned with a tangy vinegar-based sauce. This dish embodies the essence of Southern barbecue, delivering rich flavors and a satisfying texture with every bite.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 500 grams
• Apple cider vinegar - 120 ml
• Brown sugar - 30 grams
• Paprika - 10 grams
• Garlic powder - 5 grams
• Onion powder - 5 grams
• Black pepper - 5 grams
• Salt - 5 grams
• Cayenne pepper - 2 grams
• Water - 240 ml
• Gluten-free barbecue sauce - 60 ml
• Coleslaw mix - 200 grams
• Gluten-free hamburger buns - 2

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper to create a marinade.
2. Place the pork shoulder in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the meat is well coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
3. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). Remove the pork from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan. Add water to the bottom of the pan and cover it tightly with aluminum foil.
4. Cook the pork in the preheated oven for about 6 hours or until the meat is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.
5. Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes. Then, shred the meat using two forks.
6. Mix the pulled pork with the gluten-free barbecue sauce until well combined.
7. Serve the pulled pork on gluten-free hamburger buns topped with coleslaw.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.24 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Contains vinegar, which may aid in digestion and blood sugar control.

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