Irresistible Spicy Pulled Pork Delight

Ingredients

• 1 can of tomato paste (12 ounces)
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp dried onion flakes
• 2 tbsp yellow mustard
• 2 tbsp molasses
• 4 cloves of minced garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp liquid hickory smoke flavoring
• 7 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp kosher salt
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp ground dried chipotle pepper
• 2 tsp hot smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp mustard powder (like Keen's®)
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3 3/4 pounds pork shoulder roast

Step 1

Combine a harmonious medley of tomato paste, vinegar, onion flakes, vibrant yellow mustard, rich molasses, minced garlic, fragrant olive oil, and a hint of liquid smoke in a mixing bowl until you form a luxurious, velvety paste. Integrate the bold flavors of brown sugar, kosher salt, earthy cumin, smoky chipotle pepper, fiery paprika, zesty black pepper, pungent garlic powder, powdered mustard, and a touch of cayenne pepper into the tomato paste concoction.

Step 2

Gently nestle the pork shoulder into the welcoming embrace of a slow cooker and generously coat it with the prepared paste, ensuring every nook and cranny is lovingly covered.

Step 3

Set the slow cooker on a High setting and let the flavors meld together for a blissful 4 hours. Once the pork is tender and succulent, delicately shred it using two forks and carefully remove the bone. Lower the heat to a gentle Low, allowing the pork to simmer and soak up even more deliciousness for an additional 1 to 2 hours.