Instant Pot Pulled Pork

Sweet, spicy, juicy pulled pork - using an instant pot for maximum speed but tender, mouthwatering results. This is one to make over and over

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1 15

Total Time 1 25

Servings servings

Calories 217kcal

Cut 3-4 pound boneless pork shoulder into smaller pieces (around 2-3 inch cubes works best).
Combine all remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mixed until well blended.
1 cup bbq sauce, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup chicken stock, 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon prepared chili powder, 1 cup onion, 2 large cloves garlic, 2 teaspoons dried thyme
Pour a little of the mixture into the instant pot, then add the pork.
Pour remaining sauce mixture over the pork.
Place the lid on the Instant Pot, turn the vent to Seal – and cook on manual for 75 minutes (high pressure).
When cooking is complete, allow the Instant Pot to do a natural release for 10 minutes, then open the pot.
Remove the pork and place in a large bowl. Shred the meat using two forks.
Add the remaining sauce from the instant pot until you have the consistency you prefer.
Serve with hot buttered Rolls and Coleslaw.
Devour with Extra barbeque sauce

Add some cumin to the cooking sauce for a deeper flavor.
Buy or make (!) several different types of rolls for people to choose from. My favorite is my Homemade Hamburger Buns.
Allow people to sweeten or spice it up - use a spicy barbecue sauce, or a sweet one or make Homemade BBQ Sauce (from Dash of Herbs)!
Serve with fresh coleslaw, some potato chips and plenty of napkins.