Ingredients:
- 4-5 lb pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
- Salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup liquid smoke
Instructions:
- Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees F.
- Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork.
- Place the pork in the smoker and smoke for 6-8 hours or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches at least 195 degrees F.
- Remove the pork from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- While the pork is resting, mix together the apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke in a small pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Use two forks to shred the pork. Add the shredded pork to the pot with the sauce and toss to coat the pork.
- Serve the pulled pork on buns with your favorite BBQ sauce and toppings. Enjoy!