PULLED PORK IN THE OVEN

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The Right Cut of Pork This recipe calls for a boneless Boston butt. It's an affordable cut with great marbling (fat = flavor!).

⭐️ 4 lb boneless boston butt ⭐️ 2 tbsp bacon fat, olive oil, or avocado oil ⭐️ 2 tbsp paprika, regular or smoked ⭐️ 2 tbsp kosher salt, NOT table salt ⭐️ 2 tsp ground pepper ⭐️ 1.5 tsp garlic powder ⭐️ 1 tsp oregano

INGREDIENTS

Combine paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and oregano and mix until well combined.

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Divide the pork into  4-inch chunks.

2

Dip a piece of pork into the dry rub and coat all sides.

3

Repeat with the remaining pieces of pork.

4

Sear at least 2 sides in cooking fat of choice. Sear in batches and leave breathing room.

5

Return all the seared pieces to the dutch oven and pour in 1/2 cup water.

6

Cover and transfer to the oven. Braise in a 300°F oven for 3-4 hours, until the meat easily pulls with a fork.

7

Remove the pork pieces and shred.

8

Return to the pot and toss in the pan sauce.

9

Serve on brioche buns with coleslaw. Enjoy!

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