Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 (3.5 pound) boneless pork butt roast
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 12 ounces beer, such as a dark ale
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce, plus more for serving
  • Sandwich or slider buns
  • Toppings of your choice such as onions, pickles

Instruction

  • Place the roast and onion in a 3 1/2 to 4 quart slow cooker. Pour in the beer. Add the soy sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours, or until fork tender. Time will vary by slow cooker.
  • Transfer the meat to a cutting board. Using two forks, pull the meat apart into shreds, discarding any fat. Strain the onions, reserving 1 cup of the liquid. Return the shredded pork, onions, and reserved liquid to the slow cooker. Serve or make BBQ sandwiches.