Coffee-Braised Pulled Pork

Today, I’m excited to share a recipe for Coffee-Braised Pulled Pork. This dish is all about deep, savory flavors, thanks to a coffee-infused sauce.

The slow cooker does most of the work, making this recipe super easy. Let’s dive in!

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

How To Make

1. Prep the Pork: Start by trimming any excess fat from the pork shoulder. Cut it into 4 large chunks.
2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the brewed coffee, chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt. If you like a bit of spice, add the red pepper flakes.
3. Layer in the Slow Cooker: Place the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker. Arrange the pork chunks on top.
4. Add the Sauce: Pour the coffee mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
5. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
6. Shred the Pork: Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
7. Finish the Sauce: If you want a thicker sauce, pour the liquid into a saucepan. Simmer it on the stove over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until it reduces slightly.
8. Combine and Serve: Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Serve it on buns, tacos, or just on its own. Enjoy!

This Coffee-Braised Pulled Pork is packed with flavor and super easy to make. I hope you enjoy this tasty and unique dish as much as I do!