Serves: 8–10 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 hours (on low)
Total Time: 8–10 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 4–5 lb pork shoulder (also called pork butt)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)
• ½ cup honey
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for a little heat)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• Hamburger buns or slider buns
• Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
• Pickles (optional, for topping)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned (this adds flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time).
2. Place the sliced onion and minced garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
3. In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, chili powder (if using), salt, and pepper.
4. Place the seared pork on top of the onions and garlic. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork.
5. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
6. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat in the sauce.
7. Serve on buns with coleslaw, pickles, or your favorite toppings. Enjoy!