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Slow cooker pulled pork on a bun with coleslaw.
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe with Cherry BBQ Sauce

This slow cooker pulled pork has a sweet and spicy homemade cherry barbecue sauce that will have everyone going back for more. It's perfect for get-togethers!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time8 hours
Total Time8 hours 15 minutes
Course: Sandwiches, Burgers & Wraps
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoons coarse ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 to 4 pounds boneless pork loin roast (boneless pork half loin)
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 ½ cups jam, divided (see note)
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder
  • buns for serving
  • coleslaw for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Mix together salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, chili powder, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the pork loin roast. Put the pork roast into the hot skillet and brown for about 3 minutes on each side or until dark golden brown.
  • Transfer to slow cooker, fat side up, and add ½ cup jam, balsamic vinegar and water. Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 8 hours, or on High for 4 hours, or until tender.
  • Meanwhile, stir together barbecue sauce ingredients: ketchup, red wine vinegar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in medium saucepan over medium heat and add onions and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add sauce ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Remove pork from crockpot and place on large platter or pan. Remove remaining liquid from crockpot and discard. Shred pork using two forks. Return shredded pork to slow cooker. Add sauce, stirring to coat. Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.

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Notes

  • Substitute boneless pork shoulder if desired.
  • We use a 13 oz. jar of Bonne Maman cherry jam. Golden plum mirabelle or peach jam may be substituted. Another brand is fine, too.
  • Nutrition information is for meat with sauce and does not include bun or coleslaw. It's calculated for a 3 lb. pork loin roast.

Nutrition

Calories: 344kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 695mg | Potassium: 623mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg

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