Alabama Pulled Pig

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 12

Alabama Pulled Pig - A Flavorful Pork Dish Perfect for Any Occasion

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

24 hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

550

Sugar

14g

Fat

38g

Alabama Pulled Pig is a classic southern dish that's perfect for a backyard barbecue or a comforting family dinner. Made with a flavorful marinade of apple cider vinegar, salt, brown sugar, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, this dish is slow-roasted in the oven for several hours until it's fall-apart tender. Whether you're serving it with cornbread and coleslaw or stuffing it in a sandwich, Alabama Pulled Pig is a crowd-pleaser that's sure to satisfy.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, salt, brown sugar, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper until the salt and sugar are fully dissolved.
2.	Add the Boston butt roast to the mixing bowl, and use your hands to massage the marinade into the meat.
3.	Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
4.	Preheat your oven to 300°F.
5.	In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then add a quart of water.
6.	Transfer the marinated Boston butt roast to a large roasting pan and pour the butter and water mixture over the top.
7.	Cover the pan tightly with foil and roast in the oven for 6 to 8 hours, or until the meat is very tender and falls apart easily.
8.	Using two forks, shred the pork into small pieces.
9.	Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as cornbread or coleslaw.

PROS

Alabama Pulled Pig is a delicious, tender pork dish with a flavorful marinade.

It’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week.

CONS

This dish does take some time to prepare, with a marinating time of 12 to 24 hours and a roasting time of 6 to 8 hours.

It’s also fairly high in fat and calories, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While pork is not the leanest meat option, it is a good source of protein and contains essential vitamins and minerals such as iron and zinc.
The marinade for this dish includes apple cider vinegar, which has been linked to numerous health benefits such as improved digestion and lower blood sugar levels.

	3 cups apple cider vinegar
	1/4 cup salt
	1/4 cup brown sugar
	4 tablespoons ground black pepper
	2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
	1/4 pound butter
	1 quart water
	5 pounds Boston butt roast