Saftiges gezupftes Schweinefleisch (Druckversion)

Saftig-zartes Schweinefleisch, langsam gegart und mit Gewürzen veredelt - perfekt für Sandwiches, Tacos oder als Hauptgericht.

# Zutaten:

→ Pork

01 - 6 pound pork shoulder

→ Dry Rub

02 - 1 tablespoon ground cumin
03 - 1 tablespoon garlic powder
04 - 1 tablespoon onion powder
05 - 1 tablespoon chili powder
06 - 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon salt
08 - 1 tablespoon black pepper, ground
09 - 1 tablespoon paprika
10 - ½ cup brown sugar, packed

→ Brine Solution

11 - ½ cup salt
12 - ½ cup brown sugar, packed
13 - 3 tablespoons dry rub mix
14 - 8 cups water, cold
15 - 2 bay leaves

# Anleitung:

01 - In a bowl, combine all the dry ingredients together and mix well.
02 - In a large pot, dissolve salt and sugar in cold water along with dry rub mix. Add bay leaves and immerse pork shoulder. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
03 - The next morning, remove pork from the brine and gently pat it dry.
04 - Massage the dry rub into the pork, ensuring all areas are well coated.
05 - Preheat the oven to 225℉.
06 - Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan with a rack. Add water to the pan and roast for 12 hours until internal temperature reaches 200℉.
07 - Remove pork from the oven and let it rest for 1.5 to 2 hours. Use two forks to shred the pork into fine pieces.
08 - Serve the pulled pork as a filling for sandwiches, tacos, or as a main dish.

# Nützliche Hinweise:

01 - Brining overnight enhances the flavor and tenderness of the pork.
02 - Adjust spice levels in the dry rub for a personalized taste.
03 - Slow roasting ensures the pork is tender and juicy.
04 - Allow the meat to rest after roasting to retain its juices.