Shredded Pork Barbecue

Cook: 50 min Cuisine: American

Tender, flavorful shredded pork in a smoky, tangy barbecue sauce, perfect for casual gatherings and loved by those who enjoy bold, savory flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 15 1/2 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 6 oz. can tomato paste
  • 1 large onion, coarsely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 3 lb. boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of fat and cut into 1 inch slices

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, over medium heat, combine tomato sauce, tomato paste, chopped onion, crushed garlic, cider vinegar, brown sugar, water, chili powder, ground cumin, dry mustard, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke.
  2. Add the boneless pork shoulder slices to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Cover and simmer until the pork is tender, about 50 minutes.
  4. Remove the pork to a 9x13 inch pan, cover, and let stand for 30 minutes.
  5. Keep the sauce warm.
  6. Using two forks, shred the pork.
  7. Return the shredded pork to the skillet with the sauce and cook over medium heat until heated through, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

489 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21g 42% DV
Total Fat 14.7g 19% DV
Carbs 83g 30% DV
Fiber 17.8g 64% DV
Sugar 35g 70% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1285.5mg 56% DV
Potassium 1928.5mg 41% DV
Cholesterol 19.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 603.8mcg 67% DV
Vitamin C 67.1mg 75% DV
Calcium 565mg 43% DV
Iron 29mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-protein High-fiber Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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