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Ingredientes
- Pulled Pork
- 1 small onion sliced thin
- 1 granny smith apple peeled, cored, and sliced thin
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 8.5lb pork shoulder butt
- 1 -2 teaspoons minced garlic gloves
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- Rub
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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