Delicious Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork for Any Occasion
Introduction
Few dishes are as universally loved and easy to prepare as Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork. Combining the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory, this recipe turns simple ingredients into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece. The secret? Slow-cooking pork shoulder with Coca-Cola transforms it into a crowd-pleasing favorite suitable for BBQs, potlucks, game day, or any time you want effortless comfort food.
This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it meal: just a handful of minutes to prep, and, hours later, you’re rewarded with fork-tender pork infused with bold flavor. It’s customizable for sandwiches, tacos, salads, or even nachos—guaranteed to please any palate.
What Makes This Crockpot Pulled Pork Stand Out?
The Coca-Cola acts as a flavor booster, tenderizing the pork and infusing it with a caramelized sweetness that complements BBQ sauce perfectly. Slow-cooking delivers unbeatable juiciness, and hands-off preparation frees up your day for friends, family, or party prep.
For extra convenience, using a Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher helps shred the pork evenly—no effort required. Plus, storing leftovers is a breeze with Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers to keep that pulled pork fresh for days.
Essential Tips for Perfect Pulled Pork
– **Pork Cut:** Pork shoulder, also called Boston Butt, is the best pick for its marbling and flavor.
– **BBQ Sauce:** Choose your favorite brand or homemade version. The sauce melds beautifully with the Coca-Cola and pork juices.
– **Serving Ideas:** This pulled pork excels on buns, in wraps, loaded onto potatoes, or tossed in salads using a Bentgo Salad Container for meal prep.
– **Shredding:** For quick, uniform shreds, try the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, saving your hands from hot meat.
How to Serve Your Coca-Cola Pulled Pork
Serve the pork on fresh rolls with slaw for classic sandwiches, load it onto nachos, or pair with baked sweet potatoes. For parties or picnics, a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack makes cleanup effortless, so you can focus on enjoying the meal with guests.
Complement with pickles, baked beans, or grilled vegetables for a hearty spread!
Nutritional Information & Servings
This recipe produces about 10 servings. Each roughly contains:
– 350–400 calories
– 25g protein
– Variable carbs (mostly from cola/BBQ sauce)
Pulled pork is protein-rich and satisfying. For lighter fare, serve in lettuce wraps or on a salad.
Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork Ingredients
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of your crockpot. Set the trimmed pork shoulder on top. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).
- Pour the Coca-Cola evenly over the pork. Cover with the lid and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the pork is fall-apart tender.
- Remove pork from the crockpot and place on a cutting board—using a sturdy surface like Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen makes this easy. Discard any major fat pieces.
- Shred the pork with two forks, a meat and potato masher, or a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen. Return to the crockpot.
- Add 1½ cups BBQ sauce to the shredded pork and mix to coat. Let everything warm through on LOW for an additional 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve pork hot on buns or tortillas, topped with slaw, pickles, and extra BBQ sauce as desired.
- For easy storage, transfer leftovers to food storage containers once cooled.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 hours (LOW) or 4–5 hours (HIGH)
Total Time: 8–10 hours, almost all hands-off
The Ultimate Crockpot Coca-Cola Pulled Pork—Recap
This recipe’s unbeatable combination of ease, delectable flavor, and crowd-pleasing versatility earns it a spot on your table for every occasion. Enjoy juicy pulled pork with minimal effort, perfect for meal prepping, feeding a crowd, or just guaranteeing a delicious dinner any time.