Instant Pot Pulled Pork (Printer-Friendly)
Tender pulled pork cooked quickly with a savory rub and tangy BBQ sauce for juicy, shreddable meat.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Seasoning Rub
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 tablespoon salt
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 tablespoon paprika
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ Main
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3 pounds boneless pork butt (pork shoulder)
→ Liquids
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12 fl oz root beer or cola soda
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided
# Steps to Make This:
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Remove pork butt from refrigerator 2-3 hours prior to cooking and pat dry with paper towels after removing packaging.
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Combine brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, and cayenne in a bowl; mix thoroughly.
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Sprinkle seasoning rub evenly over pork butt and rub in thoroughly. Optionally, wrap and refrigerate overnight for enhanced flavor, removing a few hours before cooking.
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Pour root beer and apple cider vinegar into the Instant Pot and stir to combine.
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Place the seasoned pork butt into the Instant Pot liquids, then drizzle half the barbecue sauce over the pork.
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Secure lid and set pressure valve to seal. Cook on manual high pressure for 60 minutes (approximately 20 minutes per pound).
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Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then perform quick release to vent remaining pressure.
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Remove pork from Instant Pot, discard excess liquid and fatty bits, shred meat with two forks, then toss with remaining barbecue sauce before serving.
# Additional Notes:
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For best results, use a pork butt with good marbling to ensure tenderness and flavor.