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Instant Pot Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwich on a white plate sitting on a wooden cutting board

Instant Pot Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Natural Release 16 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot (electric pressure cooker)
  • tongs
  • large bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • slotted spoon
  • Knife & cutting board
  • Fat separator (optional)

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb boston butt pork roast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: hickory rub
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce optional
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • Hamburger buns for serving
  • Coleslaw for topping

Instructions
 

  • Season the pork roast with salt and pepper (add hickory rub if using).
  • Turn the Instant Pot to sauté and melt the butter. Sear the roast on both sides until browned; remove to a plate.
  • Add apple cider vinegar to the pot and scrape up the browned bits with a wooden spoon to deglaze.
  • Slice the roast into 1-inch thick slices. Return the pork to the pot.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, hot sauce (if using), and beef broth. Pour over the pork.
  • Close the lid, set the vent to sealing, and cook on manual high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Allow a natural release for 20 minutes, then quick release any remaining pressure.
  • Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the pork. Shred and return to the cooking liquid.
  • Serve on hamburger buns with coleslaw.

Notes

Storage Tip: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container. Reheat with a little cooking liquid to keep it moist.