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Cozy Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Tangy Carolina Sauce Made Easy

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A comforting slow cooker pulled pork tenderloin infused with a tangy, vinegar-based Carolina sauce that is juicy, flavorful, and perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • 1/4 cup water or broth (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Trim any silver skin or excess fat from the pork tenderloin and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, hot sauce (if using), and water or broth.
  3. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over the pork tenderloin and place it in the slow cooker.
  4. Pour the Carolina sauce evenly over the pork, coating it well.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the pork is fork-tender and shreddable.
  6. Shred the pork directly in the slow cooker using two forks or tongs, mixing it with the sauce.
  7. If the sauce is too thin, remove the pork, simmer the sauce on the stove over medium heat for 5-7 minutes to thicken, then toss the pork back in.
  8. Serve the pulled pork warm with your favorite sides or on buns.

Notes

Do not lift the slow cooker lid too often to maintain temperature and moisture. If sauce is too thin after cooking, simmer on stove to thicken. Adding a few drops of liquid smoke can enhance smoky flavor. Overcooking on high can dry out the pork. This recipe adapts well to Instant Pot (45 minutes high pressure with natural release).

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Keywords: pulled pork, slow cooker, pork tenderloin, Carolina sauce, tangy, easy dinner, comfort food, slow cooked pork

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