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Instant Pot Pulled Pork

A flavor-packed, tender pulled pork made effortlessly in the Instant Pot, perfect for sandwiches or tacos.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 pounds pork shoulder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Turn the Instant Pot on to the sauté setting and add olive oil.
  2. Once hot, add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
  3. Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin; place it in the pot.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and BBQ sauce, ensuring the pork is covered.
Cooking
  1. Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 60 minutes.
  2. Once done, allow the pressure to release naturally for at least 10 minutes, then quick release the remaining pressure.
Shredding
  1. Remove the pork and shred it with two forks.
  2. Mix it with the remaining sauce in the pot before serving.

Notes

For better flavor, make sure to season the pork well. If you like heat, consider adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce. Let the pork rest for a few minutes after cooking before shredding. Don't skip the natural pressure release to keep the meat juicy.