Instant Pot Pulled Pork (Printable Version)
Smoky, tender pork shoulder cooked in a pressure cooker, great for sandwiches, tacos, or hearty dinners.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meat
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1.5 pounds pork shoulder steaks, whole
→ Seasonings
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
→ Liquids
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0.5 cup chicken broth or water
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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0.5 cup plain barbecue sauce (for serving)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pat pork shoulder steaks dry with paper towels. Evenly season all sides with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Select Sauté mode on the Instant Pot and heat olive oil. Sear pork steaks for 2 to 3 minutes per side in batches as needed. Cancel sauté mode when done.
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Pour chicken broth or water into the pot to deglaze and add moisture.
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Secure lid and set valve to Sealing. Pressure cook on High for 60 minutes.
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Allow natural pressure release for 15 to 20 minutes, then perform quick release to release any remaining pressure.
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Use two forks to shred pork. Drain excess liquid, toss meat with barbecue sauce if desired, and serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
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For best flavor, allow pork to rest uncovered for a few minutes before shredding to let juices redistribute.