Carolina BBQ

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Description

A style of barbecue that highlights vinegar-based sauces and slow-smoked pork. Whether Eastern or Lexington-style, it’s tangy, bold, and Southern to the core

Ingredients
  • 6 pounds pork shoulder 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup vinegar
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard 1 clove garlic, pressed
Directions
  1. Place pork shoulder, bay leaf, red pepper and water in large pot with lid. Bring to boil. Simmer covered 4 to 5 hours until meat is tender. Let meat cool in broth. Remove excess fat from broth and shred meat.
  2. Take 3 cups of liquid and bring to boil. Combine liquid with vinegar, sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and garlic. Add shredded pork and salt. Heat through uncovered.