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deb's dry rub for pulled pork

Recipe by
Deb Lund
Rhinelander, WI

First time I made this was in 2009 for a graduation party. I made 2 pork shoulders in a roaster. I got so many compliments! Still a hit around our house.

yield 10 -12
prep time 1 Hr
cook time 6 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For deb's dry rub for pulled pork

  • 1/4 c
    brown sugar loosely packed
  • 2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 tsp
    black pepper
  • 2 tsp
    paprika
  • 2 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 2 tsp
    onion powder
  • 1 tsp
    chile powder
  • 1/2 tsp
    cinnemon
  • 1/2 tsp
    celery salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    cumin

How To Make deb's dry rub for pulled pork

  • 1
    Mix together in mixing bowl.
  • 2
    This is enough for a fairly large Pork Shoulder.
  • 3
    I rub this on all sides of the meat. I set it inside a dutch oven that was lined with Heavy duty tin foil. The tin foil should be long enough to wrap the pork shoulder. but not until you add your liquid.
  • 4
    Add Apple juice with Liquid Smoke ( Check the label for recommended amount since there are now so many liquid smoke concoctions on the market)
  • 5
    Braise in Oven at 275 for 5-6 hours or until the meat is falling off the bone. Remove meat to separate dish.
  • 6
    Remove the fat and bones from the meat. Discard this.
  • 7
    Pour drippings from pan into a clear measure. Separate the fat from the liquid and return the liquid to the pot. There may not be much.
  • 8
    Return the meat to the pot and tear the meat apart with 2 forks. Let it mingle with the juices.
  • 9
    Serve on a bun or freeze for later use.
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