Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Beef
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Beef, a dish that effortlessly combines tender beef with the sweet and tangy notes of apple cider. Perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep, this easy recipe requires minimal hands-on time while delivering maximum flavor. Simply toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and let it work its magic. The result is juicy, shredded beef that pairs beautifully with soft buns, crunchy coleslaw, and zesty pickles. Whether you’re serving a crowd or enjoying leftovers throughout the week, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 – 4 lbs beef shoulder (or beef butt)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the beef shoulder and cut into large chunks if needed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine apple cider, chicken broth, brown sugar, spices, and apple cider vinegar.
- Place the beef in the slow cooker and cover with the apple cider mixture.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Shred the beef using two forks and mix it with juices before serving on buns topped with coleslaw and pickles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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