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Delicious Pulled Pork with Barbecue Sauce

Delicious Pulled Pork with Barbecue Sauce
Prep
20 min
Cook
30 min
Total time
50 min
Yield
4 servings
Difficulty
EASY
Calories
350 kcal

Quick summary

“Pulled pork with barbecue sauce is a delight worth making due to its authentic flavor and ease of preparation.”

What you need to know

  • Utiliza carne de porco que é desfiada após o cozimento para obter uma textura macia
  • O molho barbecue adiciona um toque especial e charmoso ao prato
  • A panela de pressão facilita a preparação, economizando tempo e mantendo a carne macia

Ingredients

Main

  • 1.5 kg of pork (shoulder or leg)
  • 1 cup of barbecue sauce
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

Principal

  1. In a pressure cooker, heat the oil and saute the onion and garlic until golden.
  2. Add the pork, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf, searing the meat on all sides.
  3. Add 1 cup of water and cover the pot, cooking for 1h30 to 2h.
  4. After the time, release the pressure and check if the meat is tender.
  5. Remove the meat from the pan, shredding it with the help of forks.
  6. In the same pan, add the barbecue sauce and mix well.
  7. Return the shredded meat to the pot and cook for another 10 minutes, incorporating the flavors.
  8. Serve hot, accompanied by bread or as desired.

Chef's tips

  • Use uma panela de pressão para garantir que a carne fique macia sem precisar cozinhar muito tempo
  • Adicione uma folha de louro para dar um sabor adicional ao molho
  • Deixe o prato descansar por alguns minutos antes de servir para que os sabores se integrem melhor

Variations

  • Adicione batatas cozidas picadas no final do cozimento para um prato mais completo
  • Misture folhas de alface picadas para um toque verde no prato
  • Inclua cubos de abacaxi picado para um sabor suave e açucarado no molho

Substitutions

  • Molho barbecue por molho de chimichurri para um sabor mais argentino
  • Cebola por cebolinha picada para um toque mais picante
  • Óleo por manteiga para um prato mais rico

How to store

  • After cooling, the dish can be stored in a covered glass bowl in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Wait for the dish to cool completely before placing it in the refrigerator to avoid condensation.

Can it be frozen?

It is not recommended to freeze this dish, as the pulled pork may lose texture when defrosting. If you wish to freeze, consider preparing only the barbecue sauce and shredding the meat when you want to serve.

What to serve with

  • Serves perfectly with white rice or beans.
  • It can also be accompanied by a green salad to vary the flavor.

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze this dish?

It is not recommended to freeze this dish, as the pulled pork may lose texture when defrosting. If you wish to freeze, consider preparing only the barbecue sauce and shredding the meat when you want to serve.

What is the best way to serve pulled pork?

This dish can be served with white rice, beans, or a green salad to vary the flavor.

Can the dish be prepared in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the dish and let it cool before serving. Let it rest for a few minutes so the flavors integrate better.

Can I use another type of meat?

To maintain the characteristic flavor, it is recommended to use pork. However, you can replace it with chicken meat or ground meat to vary.

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