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Tender Pressure Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe Easy Juicy BBQ Glaze Guide

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This tender pressure cooker pulled pork recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth texture with a rich, homemade BBQ glaze. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (also called pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork.
  2. Turn on the pressure cooker’s sauté function and heat the olive oil. Add sliced onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the pot and sear on all sides until a golden-brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth around the pork (not on top).
  5. Seal the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 60 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes before quick-releasing any remaining pressure.
  6. Remove the pork from the pot and shred the meat using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat.
  7. Combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
  8. Return shredded pork to the pot or a large bowl. Pour the BBQ glaze over the meat and toss gently to coat evenly.
  9. Use the sauté function on low for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, to warm the pork and let it soak up the glaze.
  10. Serve warm on buns, over rice, or with your favorite sides.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free Worcestershire sauce or coconut aminos. Brown sugar can be swapped with coconut sugar or honey. For a fresher glaze, substitute fresh tomatoes for ketchup. Let pressure release naturally for 15 minutes to keep pork tender. If pork is tough, pressure cook for an additional 10 minutes. The glaze can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Leftovers store well in the fridge for 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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