Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Tender, flavorful pulled pork made quickly in the Instant Pot. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds | Boneless pork shoulder | For the main protein
- 3-4 tablespoons | BBQ dry rub | For seasoning
- 1 cup | Water or broth | For cooking
- 1 teaspoon | Liquid smoke | Optional for smoky flavor
- 2 tablespoons | Apple cider vinegar | Optional for tenderness
- 1 tablespoon | Oil | For searing
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and cut into 2 equal pieces. Pat dry and season generously with BBQ rub.
- Set Instant Pot to Sauté function. Add oil and sear pork on all sides until browned.
- Add water or broth, liquid smoke, and apple cider vinegar to the pot. Scrape up browned bits.
- Place pork on the trivet in the pot. Secure the lid and set to high pressure for 60 minutes.
- Allow 15 minutes of natural pressure release, then shred the pork with forks.
- Serve with BBQ sauce or your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Use in sandwiches, tacos, or as a main dish with sides.
- Add BBQ sauce after shredding for extra flavor.