Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 large onion (peeled and sliced)
  • 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder roast (also known as Boston Butt)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (optional)
  • 12 ounces light beer (or chicken broth)

Instruction

  • Scatter onion slices in the bottom of a slow cooker insert; set aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together spice rub: cumin through cayenne. Rub pork shoulder evenly with spice mixture then place on top of onions. Pour in beer or broth then turn slow cooker on Low for 8 hours or High for 4 hours.
  • Before serving, carefully shred pork with two forks, discarding any large chunks of excess fat. Serve as is or in tacos, sandwiches, pasta, salads, soups and more.