Are you ready for the biggest football game of the year? The Super Bowl is just around the corner, and you’re planning a party that your friends and family will never forget.
You want food that’s easy to eat and super delicious. Pulled pork is a great option for your Super Bowl party, and there are many ways to make it. You can try Classic Southern Style pulled pork or something new and exciting.
Check out these 14 pulled pork recipes to find the perfect one for your party.
Classic Southern Style Pulled Pork
Tender pulled pork in a rich Southern-style barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup barbecue rub
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue rub, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar and water, and pour the mixture over the pork shoulder.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- After 6 hours, remove the pot from the oven and use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir in the barbecue sauce and continue to cook for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until the sauce has thickened and the pork is fully coated.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the pulled pork rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Spicy Tex Mex Pulled Pork
Spicy Tex Mex Pulled Pork is a slow-cooked pork dish with a kick of heat.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup beer
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- 4 hamburger buns
- Coleslaw
Instructions
- Preheat the slow cooker to low heat.
- In a small bowl, combine chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker and add lime juice, beer, garlic, and jalapeno pepper.
- Cook the pork for 8-10 hours or until it is tender and falls apart easily.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir to coat with the juices.
- Split the hamburger buns in half and spoon the pulled pork onto the buns.
- Top with coleslaw and serve immediately.
Korean BBQ Pulled Pork
Korean BBQ Pulled Pork is a sweet and spicy twist on traditional pulled pork.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup Korean chili flakes
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup water
- 4 hamburger buns
- Kimchi, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together chili flakes, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
- Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot with a lid.
- Add the water to the pot and cover it with a lid.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir it into the braising liquid.
- Split the hamburger buns in half and spoon the pulled pork onto the buns.
- Top with kimchi and serve immediately.
Root Beer Braised Pulled Pork
Tender pulled pork cooked in root beer and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1 cup root beer
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Season pork shoulder with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the pork shoulder until browned on all sides.
- Add root beer, barbecue sauce, and brown sugar to the pot, covering the pork shoulder.
- Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6 hours, or until tender and easily shredded.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Shred the pork with two forks and return it to the pot, stirring to coat with the root beer sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Memphis Dry Rub Pulled Pork
Memphis Dry Rub Pulled Pork is a classic Southern dish with a sweet and spicy flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup dry rub
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup beer
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the dry rub, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Pour the beer and barbecue sauce over the pork shoulder.
- Cover the Dutch oven or baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake for 6 hours.
- Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
- Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve the pulled pork hot, garnished with your choice of toppings, such as coleslaw or pickles.
Sweet and Smoky Pulled Pork
Tender pulled pork in a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup beer
- 1/4 cup wood chips
Instructions
- Preheat the slow cooker to low heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
- Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
- In a small bowl, mix together BBQ sauce and beer.
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the pork shoulder.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook for 8 hours.
- After 8 hours, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
- Strain the cooking liquid and discard the excess fat.
- Add the strained cooking liquid back to the shredded pork and toss to coat.
- Serve the pulled pork on a bun with additional BBQ sauce, if desired.
Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork
Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork is a flavorful dish with a Caribbean twist.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup jerk seasoning
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together jerk seasoning, brown sugar, soy sauce, lime juice, garlic, and ginger.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
- Pour in the chicken broth and cover the pot with a lid.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until it’s tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the oven and use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- Stir in the barbecue sauce and continue to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the pork is fully coated.
- Serve the Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork on a bun, topped with your favorite toppings, such as coleslaw or pickles.
Pulled Pork With Honey and Apple Cider
Tender pulled pork with a sweet and tangy honey and apple cider glaze.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 hamburger buns, for serving
- Coleslaw, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, apple cider, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
- Brush the honey and apple cider glaze all over the pork shoulder.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir to coat with the juices.
- Split the hamburger buns in half and spoon the pulled pork onto the buns.
- Top with coleslaw and serve immediately.
Chipotle Lime Pulled Pork
Smoky chipotle peppers add depth to this tangy pulled pork.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a blender or food processor, combine chipotle peppers, lime juice, garlic, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
- Pour the chipotle lime mixture over the pork shoulder, making sure it’s fully coated.
- Add the chicken broth to the pot, covering the pork shoulder.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6-8 hours or until it’s tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir to coat with the juices.
- Serve the chipotle lime pulled pork on a bun, topped with your favorite toppings.
Carolina Vinegar Based Pulled Pork
Tangy and flavorful, Carolina vinegar based pulled pork is a classic BBQ dish.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup vinegar-based BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or a foil-lined baking dish.
- Add the water to the pot or baking dish, cover with a lid or foil, and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6-8 hours or overnight, until it’s tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the pot and use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Strain the juices from the pot and discard any excess fat.
- Add the shredded pork back to the pot and toss it with the juices, until the pork is well coated.
- Serve the pulled pork hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs or pickles, if desired.
Garlic and Herb Pulled Pork
Garlic and herb pulled pork is a flavorful twist on traditional BBQ.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup beer
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or a heavy pot with a lid.
- Pour in the beer and cover the pot with a lid.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until tender.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir in the barbecue sauce.
- Serve the pulled pork hot, garnished with additional rosemary if desired.
Buffalo Style Pulled Pork
Spicy pulled pork with buffalo sauce and blue cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F.
- In a small bowl, mix together buffalo sauce, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the sauce mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or a foil-lined baking sheet.
- Cover the Dutch oven or baking sheet with aluminum foil and bake for 6 hours.
- Remove the pork from the oven and use two forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Return the shredded pork to the Dutch oven or baking sheet and toss it with the sauce mixture.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions and crumbled blue cheese over the top of the pulled pork.
- Serve the buffalo style pulled pork on a bun or with some crusty bread.
Brown Sugar and Bourbon Pulled Pork
Tender pulled pork infused with brown sugar and bourbon flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, bourbon, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or a heavy-duty roasting pan.
- Cover the pan with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- Braise the pork for 6-8 hours, or until it is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- After 6 hours, brush the pork with barbecue sauce.
- Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Shred the pork with two forks and serve.
Asian Glazed Pulled Pork
Sweet and sticky Asian glazed pulled pork in a rich barbecue sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, Gochujang, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
- Place the pork shoulder in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot and brush the Asian glaze all over the pork.
- Add the water to the pot and cover with a lid.
- Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and braise the pork for 6-8 hours or until tender.
- Remove the pot from the oven and let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes.
- Shred the pork with two forks and stir in the barbecue sauce.
- Serve the pulled pork hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
Conclusion
You’re ready to score big with these pulled pork recipes! Imagine a flavor field where Southern charm meets Korean kicks and Jamaican vibes, all in one delicious playbook. Your Super Bowl Sunday gathering will be a touchdown with these 14 mouth-watering options that will leave your guests cheering for more!