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Bobby Flay Pulled Pork with Black Pepper Vinegar Recipe

Bobby Flay Pulled Pork with Black Pepper Vinegar Recipe

If you love smoky, tender meat with bold flavor, this Bobby Flay pulled pork with black pepper vinegar recipe is perfect. It is juicy, slow-cooked and packed with a tangy kick.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American BBQ
Servings 8
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

For Pork:

  • 3 –4 lbs pork shoulder Boston butt
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For Black Pepper Vinegar Sauce:

  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons crushed black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions
  

Prepare the Pork

  • Pat pork shoulder dry using paper towels. This helps spices stick better and improves browning.

Season the Meat

  • Mix salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, chili powder and brown sugar. Rub evenly all over pork.

Sear the Pork

  • Heat oil in a pan. Sear pork on all sides until brown. This locks in flavor and juices.

Prepare Cooking Base

  • Place pork in slow cooker or Dutch oven. Make sure it sits in an even position for cooking.

Start Slow Cooking

  • Cook on low for 6–8 hours. Meat should become tender and easily fall apart when ready.

Make Vinegar Sauce

  • Mix apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, black pepper, salt and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

Simmer Sauce

  • Heat sauce lightly for 5 minutes. This helps dissolve sugar and blend all flavors together.

Shred the Pork

  • Remove cooked pork. Use two forks to shred meat into soft, pulled pieces while still warm.

Add Sauce

  • Pour black pepper vinegar sauce over shredded pork. Mix gently so every piece absorbs flavor.

Serve and Enjoy

  • Serve warm in buns, plates or tacos. Enjoy your homemade Bobby Flay pulled pork with black pepper vinegar recipe.

Notes

  • Use pork shoulder for best tenderness
  • Cook low and slow for juicy texture
  • Add smoked paprika for deeper BBQ flavor
  • Let pork rest before shredding
  • Use fresh cracked black pepper for strong taste
  • Add honey for slightly sweeter sauce
  • Serve with coleslaw for crunch
Keyword Bobby Flay Pulled Pork with Black Pepper Vinegar Recipe