What makes pulled pork better?

Pulled pork can be improved with flavorful rubs, marinades, and sauces. Additionally, incorporating a mix of both lean and fatty cuts enhances the overall taste and tenderness.

What type of meat is best for pulled pork?

Pork shoulder or pork butt is ideal for pulled pork due to its marbling and connective tissue, resulting in juicy and flavorful meat.

How do you fix pulled pork that is too dry?

To fix dry pulled pork, add moisture by mixing in additional barbecue sauce, broth, or a combination of both. Alternatively, serve it with a flavorful sauce or coleslaw for added moisture and taste.

Crispy Asian Pulled Pork

Name: Crispy Asian Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: asian
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork butt/shoulder; 1 onion, quartered; 4 cloves of garlic, smashed; 1 tbsp black peppercorns, smashed; 2 tbsp avocado oil for searing; Sauce:; ½ cup water; ½ cup pineapple juice; ¼ cup soy sauce; 2 tbsp dark soy sauce3 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis); 2 tbsp vegan oyster sauce; 3 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp sesame oil

Crispy Asian Pulled Pork

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Get ready for this amazing Crispy Asian Pulled Pork Recipe! Think juicy pulled pork, super crispy, and loaded with tasty Asian vibes. Made in the Instant Pot or an pressure cooker, this easy to make but unforgettable dish will have you licking your bowl.

Total Time: 60 minutes
Yield: makes enough for 6 people

Ingredients

Scale

4 lbs pork butt/shoulder

1 onion, quartered

4 cloves of garlic, smashed

1 tbsp black peppercorns, smashed

2 tbsp avocado oil for searing

Sauce:

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup pineapple juice

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tbsp dark soy sauce
3 tbsp sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)

2 tbsp vegan oyster sauce

3 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp sesame oil

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Instructions

Prep the Pork:

Begin by patting the pork butt/shoulder dry with paper towels. This step ensures a better sear.
Cut the pork into 3 inch cubes.
Salt the pork all over.

Searing the Pork:

Set your pressure cooker to sauté mode and add avocado oil.
Once the oil is hot, carefully sear the pork on all sides until a golden-brown crust forms.
Remove the pork from the pressure cooker and set it aside.

Infuse the Aromatics:

In the same pressure cooker add the smashed garlic, peppercorn paste. Sauté until they become fragrant.
Add the quartered onion and saute for another 1 minute.

Creating the Sauce:

In a bowl, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, sweet soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved.

Pressure Cooking:

Pour the prepared sauce over the pork, ensuring it's well-coated.
Return the seared pork to the pressure cooker, placing it on top of the aromatics.
Seal the pressure cooker and set it to high pressure for about 60 minutes, depending on your device.

Natural Release and Shredding:

Allow the pressure to release naturally for 15-20 minutes before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
Carefully remove the pork from the pressure cooker and shred it using two forks.

Crisping the Pork:

For that irresistibly crispy texture, transfer the shredded pork to a hot pan and pan fry until crispy. Add the sauce to caramalized the pork.
You can also use a baking sheet and broil for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges become golden and crispy.

Serve and Enjoy!