What pork is best for pulled pork?

pork shoulder
Trim fat: To make pulled pork you will want to buy a pork shoulder (sometimes called pork butt or Boston butt) roast. I prefer boneless, but you could buy bone-in. Trim pork of excess fat and cut it into 4 pieces. Combine spices in a small bowl and rub all over the pork.

Why is pork shoulder so cheap?

Pork shoulder, generally divided between the picnic roast and the Boston butt, are among the least expensive cuts of pork because they are tougher cuts of meat. The secret to getting them tender and flavorful is to braise them, a moist cooking method which breaks down the tough connective tissue.

What is difference between pork shoulder and Boston butt?

Pork butt and pork shoulder both come from the shoulder of the pig. Pork butt (also called Boston Butt) comes from above the shoulder blades, while pork shoulder meat extends down to the pig’s front hoofs. Pork butt contains more fat and marbling, which makes it better suited to barbecue smoking.

What does Dr Pepper do to pulled pork?

Using Dr Pepper to make pulled pork isn’t just a novelty, it’s actually a really key ingredient. Not only does it help keep the pork moist, but it also injects a gorgeous sweet flavour.

What meat is used for carnitas?

Carnitas — which means “little meats” in Spanish — is a Mexican pork dish. An inexpensive, heavily marbled cut of pork, such as boneless Boston butt, pork shoulder or picnic ham, is braised or simmered for several hours with seasonings and lard until it is so tender that is can be shredded.

Is a butt roast the same as a Boston butt?

Both come from the shoulder of the pig, but pork butt is higher on the foreleg, while pork shoulder is farther down….What’s the Difference?

Pork Butt	Pork Shoulder
Also known as “Boston butt”	Also known as “picnic shoulder” or “picnic roast”

What kind of pork is used for carnitas?

Carnitas are the Mexican version of pulled pork. It’s traditionally made with pork shoulder (also known as pork butt) because of the higher fat content, which helps the meat stay super tender and juicy while it’s cooked.

What are carnitas?

Carnitas — which means “little meats” in Spanish — is a Mexican pork dish. An inexpensive, heavily marbled cut of pork, such as boneless Boston butt, pork shoulder or picnic ham, is braised or simmered for several hours with seasonings and lard until it is so tender that is can be shredded.

Can you use coke instead of root beer for pulled pork?

The pork is cooked in root beer all day long. You could use any flavor of soda really like Dr. Pepper or Coke but I prefer root beer. After cooking, drain the root beer and add your favorite BBQ sauce to the shredded meat.

What can I use instead of coke for pulled pork?

Apple juice is good with pork. The frozen cans of concentrate are cheap and perfect for this use. Apple juice lacks the dark notes of cola.

What part of the pig are carnitas?