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DR PEPPER PULLED PORK
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Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork Recipe

Dr. Pepper pulled pork is loaded with flavor from seasoning and Dr. Pepper and finished with BBQ sauce for an amazing weeknight meal.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 467kcal
Author April Woods

Ingredients

  • 4-5 pound pork butt cut to fit in cooking vessel, if necessary
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can Dr. Pepper (12 ounces)
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce plus extra for serving

Instructions

  • Rub sugar and spices (sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and black pepper) over the pork to coat. Place pork into your desired cooking vessel. Pour Dr. Pepper around the edges of the pork, then pour the barbecue sauce over top.
  • INSTANT POT: Close lid and set to 'sealing'. Cook on manual (high pressure) for 75 minutes, then natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure/
  • SLOW COOKER: Cover and cook on high 6-8 hours, or low 10-12 hours, or until pork shreds easily.
  • OVEN: Cover and cook at 275℉ for about 6 hours, or until pork shreds easily.
  • Remove the cooked pork and fork shred. Mix with cooking juices and extra BBQ sauce, if desired.

Notes

Calories are automatically generated. For best results calculate based on your exact ingredients.
Instant pot tips:
  • Cook time - Most electric pressure cookers take about 10 - 15 minutes to come to pressure. The inputted cook time will begin after the pot is pressurized.
  • Natural pressure release - Hit cancel and walk away from the pot. It will slowly naturally depressurize. Depending on the contents this can take anywhere between 10 - 20 minutes for a full natural release.
  • Quick release - Turn the dial at the top of your pot to allow the pressure to release quickly. Always use a long handled utensil for this to avoid steam burns.
  • Do not quick release under cabinets or you may cause steam/water damage. If there is sputtering, quickly turn dial back to 'sealing' and allow it to naturally depressurize a few minutes before trying again.
  • If using an instant pot that is larger than 6 quarts, double the amount of liquid.

Nutrition

Calories: 467kcal