Bourbon Glazed Pulled Pork with Caramelized Onions and Sweet Potatoes

A Southern American classic: tender pulled pork slow-cooked in a sweet and tangy bourbon glaze, served atop caramelized onions and roasted sweet potatoes.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 lbs Bourbon Smoked Pulled Pork Shoulder
• 1/4 cup Bourbon Glaze
• 2 large Sweet Potatoes
• 1 large Onions
• 2 tbsp Maple Syrup
• 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/4 tsp Paprika
• 4 tbsp Butter

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat slow cooker to Low. Season pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika. Place pork in slow cooker.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, whisk together bourbon glaze, maple syrup, brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon butter. Pour glaze over pork.

3. 3

   Cook pork for 8-10 hours or until tender. Shred pork with two forks.

4. 4

   Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes or until caramelized.

5. 5

   Preheat oven to 400°F. Pierce sweet potatoes with a fork a few times. Place on a baking sheet and roast for 45-50 minutes or until tender.

6. 6

   Slice roasted sweet potatoes and place on a serving platter. Top with shredded pork, caramelized onions, and remaining bourbon glaze.

7. 7

   Serve immediately and enjoy!

8. 8

   Tips: For a crispy crust on the sweet potatoes, try basting them with a little bit of olive oil before roasting.

9. 9

   To avoid overcooking the pork, make sure to check its tenderness every hour or so.

10. 10

    If you prefer a thicker glaze, simply simmer it on the stovetop for a few minutes until it reaches your desired consistency.

💡 Pro Tips

To make the bourbon glaze thicker, cook it on stovetop for a few minutes on low heat. Avoid overcrowding the skillet when caramelizing onions.

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