Summer is the perfect time to gather with friends and family around the grill or picnic table. If you want a hands-off way to prepare tender, flavorful pulled pork for your summer cookouts, the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO is an excellent tool to have in your kitchen arsenal.
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This versatile multi-cooker makes it easy to achieve perfect results with minimal effort. Follow this simple step-by-step guide to create mouthwatering pulled pork that will impress everyone at your summer gathering.
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Ninja MC1001 Foodi PossibleCooker PRO 8.5 Quart Multi-Co
- ✔ Color: Stainless Steel
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Preparing the Pork Shoulder
Start by selecting a good-quality pork shoulder (also known as pork butt). Trim excess fat, but leave some for flavor and moisture during cooking. Season the pork generously with your favorite dry rub or simple salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika for a classic BBQ taste.
Let the seasoned pork sit for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for more flavor infusion. This prep ensures your pulled pork will be juicy and flavorful once cooked.
Cooking with the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO
Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO, ensuring it fits comfortably in the 8.5-quart capacity. Add a cup of broth or apple juice for moisture and flavor.
Set the multi-cooker to ‘Pressure Cook’ mode and cook on high pressure for about 60-75 minutes, depending on the size of your pork shoulder. Once done, allow natural pressure release for 15 minutes before quick-releasing any remaining pressure.
The result will be tender, easily shreddable pork with rich, savory juices.
Shredding and Serving Tips
Remove the cooked pork from the cooker and let it rest for 5 minutes. Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces. For extra flavor, mix in some of the cooking juices or your favorite barbecue sauce.
Serve your pulled pork on buns with coleslaw, or alongside summer sides like grilled vegetables or corn on the cob. This dish is perfect for summer picnics, BBQs, or quick weeknight dinners.
To keep it warm for serving, you can use the ‘Keep Warm’ function on your Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO until everyone is ready to eat.
