Craving tangy, slow-cooked pork smothered in a mouthwatering vinegar-based sauce? This Carolina BBQ recipe is your ticket to Southern heaven!
Get ready to tango with your taste buds! If Carolina BBQ whispers sweet nothings of tangy, smoky ecstasy into your food dreams, you’ve landed at the right grill. You’ve just stepped into a sizzling world where every detailed tip and trick to ace that Carolina BBQ is laid bare. Stick around, and let’s get saucy!
Carolina BBQ Recipe
Carolina BBQ is all about that tangy, vinegar-based flavor that packs a punch! If you love BBQ with a kick, this one’s for you. Prepare for finger-licking goodness that will make you the hero of any cookout!
- Cuisine: American (Southern)
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Cooking Method: Smoking
Ingredients
- 1 pork shoulder (about 5-6 lbs)
- 2 cups apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Low and slow, baby!
- In a bowl, mix apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, ketchup, hot sauce, salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, paprika, and garlic.
- Put the pork shoulder on a clean surface and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Rub the pork shoulder generously with your vinegar mix. Save some for basting!
- Place the pork shoulder in the smoker. Close the lid and let it ride for about 6 hours. You’re aiming for an internal temperature of 195°F (90.5°C).
- Every hour, open the smoker and baste the pork shoulder with your leftover vinegar mix. It’s extra love!
- Once the pork hits the desired internal temp, remove it from the smoker and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Shred the pork shoulder using two forks. Toss it with any remaining vinegar mix for extra flavor.
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Try adding mustard or honey to the vinegar mix for a different twist.
- Garnishing Options: Serve with coleslaw, pickles, or a slice of white bread. Classic BBQ style.
- Cooking Tips: Always keep an eye on the smoker’s temperature. Opening the lid too often can mess with your cooking time.
