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Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe

This easy pulled pork recipe is tender, fall apart, juicy and full of flavor. Whether you are cooking for a weeknight meal or a larger group of guests, this pressure cooker pulled pork is the best and easiest meal to throw together.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dinner, lunch
Cuisine: Southern
Servings: 8
Author: Kellie
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • measuring cup
  • measuring spoon

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3-5 pounds pork loin
  • 1 cup water or chicken stock

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • Pour the water into the Instant Pot. Add the pork loin, then pour the apple cider vinegar over the meat.
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork.
  • Lock the lid in place, turn the steam release valve to sealing, and pressure cook on high for 35 minutes.
  • When the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release the remaining pressure.
  • Remove the pork from the Instant Pot and shred it with two forks.
  • Stir the barbecue sauce into the shredded pork. Return the pork to the Instant Pot with some of the cooking liquid and warm on the lowest setting until heated through.
  • Serve on buns, bread, sliders, tortillas, or your favorite pulled pork base.

Notes

  • Pork cut note: Pork loin is leaner and cooks quickly. For pork shoulder or Boston butt, sear the pork pieces first, then pressure cook for about 60 minutes with a 15-minute natural release.
  • If the pork is tough: Return it to the Instant Pot and pressure cook for another 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days with a little sauce or cooking liquid.
  • Freezing: Freeze pulled pork with some sauce or cooking liquid for up to 6 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently with a splash of water, broth, cooking liquid, or barbecue sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 366kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1114mg | Potassium: 839mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 434IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg