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Mexican Shredded Pork

by Gemma Aguayo-Murphy
Juicy, tender and so flavorful, this Mexican Shredded Pork is the perfect addition to any dish. Made with only 5 simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make in the Instant Pot or slow cooker.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12

Equipment

  • Instant Pot or slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 lbs pork butt, pork shoulder, or country-style ribs cut the pork butt or shoulder into 4-5 pieces
  • 2 cups chicken broth (use compatible broth for Whole30)
  • 1 tablespoon kosher or course sea salt
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • ½ onion

Instructions
 

Slow Cooker Directions

  • Place the pork in the pot. Add the rest of the ingredients over the meat. You can roughly chop the onion and garlic to place on top, but it is not necessary.
  • Place the lid on the pot and set the timer on low for 6-8 hours. The slower the meat cooks in the slow cooker, the more tender the result.
  • When the time is up, use tongs to remove the meat from the pot and let it cool slightly. Use two forks or your hands to shred all of the meat and remove any excess fat.
  • With a large spoon, skim off the fat from the top of the cooking liquid. Then, use a mesh strainer to strain the broth. Mix 1 cup of the cooking liquid into the shredded pork.
  • Use in your favorite dishes that require shredded or pulled pork.

Instant Pot Directions

  • Place the pork in the bottom of the pot. Add the rest of the ingredients over the meat. You can roughly chop the onion and garlic to place on top, but it is not necessary.
  • Place the lid on the pot and move the valve to sealing. Pressure cook on high for 1 ½ hours.
  • When the time is up carefully quick release the remaining pressure. Use a kitchen towel over the vent in case there’s any excess moisture that comes out.
  • Using tongs, remove the pieces of pork from the pot and let them cool slightly. Use two forks or your hands to shred all of the meat and remove any excess fat.
  • With a large spoon, skim off the fat from the top of the cooking liquid. Then, use a mesh strainer to strain the broth. Mix 1-2 cups of the cooking liquid into the shredded pork. 
  • Use in your favorite dishes that require shredded or pulled pork.

Notes

Storing Shredded Pork
  • Place the meat in an air-tight container.
  • Add any of the remaining cooking liquid to the pork.  When storing shredded pork,  it will keep better if it is covered in the broth.
  • The meat will keep in the refrigerator for 1-2 days or up to 2 months in the freezer.
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