Are you craving tender and flavorful pulled pork but don’t have hours to spend slow-cooking it? Look no further! With the help of your trusty Instant Pot or pressure cooker, you can have delicious pulled pork ready in no time. Here’s a simple recipe to satisfy your pulled pork cravings:
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds pork shoulder or butt
- 1 cup water or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- Hamburger buns or bread of your choice
Instructions:
- Start by setting your Instant Pot or pressure cooker to the sauté function. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat up.
- Season the pork shoulder or butt with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Place the seasoned pork in the Instant Pot and sear it on all sides until browned.
- Add water or chicken broth to the Instant Pot, then secure the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 60 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Remove the pork from the Instant Pot and shred it using two forks.
- Transfer the shredded pork to a bowl and mix in the barbecue sauce until well coated.
- Toast your choice of bread or hamburger buns.
- Serve the pulled pork on the toasted bread or buns and enjoy!
There you have it – a quick and easy recipe for mouthwatering pulled pork using your Instant Pot or pressure cooker. This versatile dish is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or served alongside your favorite sides. Try it out and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills!
