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This roundup covers 25+ easy pork butt recipes that are sure to be a hit in the kitchen. From carnitas to pulled pork, these recipes can bring your meal to the next level.

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With the right preparation and recipes, pork butt can elevate your meals to the next level with juicy, succulent flavors. Check out these 25+ delicious recipes to try something new!

What to Make with Pork Butt

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Our favorite slow-cooker pulled pork recipe teams up with caramelized onion and squishy, pillowy rolls to make for an out-of-this-world pineapple pulled pork sandwich.

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Southwest BBQ Pork Sliders
Southwest BBQ Pork Sliders – such a simple and deliciously fun way to kick off your summer BBQ adventures!
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Cuban Mojo Pork Special – Cuban done right!
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Pulled Pork
Cooked low and slow, there’s nothing quite like truly great pulled pork, and this pulled pork recipe is the very best we’ve ever made! Plus, this recipe works in the oven, slow-cooker, or Instant Pot!

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Ginger Soy Braised Pork
Tender and full of Asian flavor the oven does the magic with this Honey Soy Braised Pork. Just 10 minutes of hands-on time!

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Brown Sugar Garlic Butter Roast Pork
Brown Sugar Garlic Butter Roast Pork. Slow roast pork that’s caramelized on the outside, ultra tender on the inside, with syrupy sweet-savory-buttery juices.
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Hawaiian Style Slow Cooker Kalua Pork
Hawaiian Style Slow Cooker Kalua Pork. Easy to prepare and no hands on cooking make this pork recipe a breeze to make and turns out perfect every time.

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Looking for a warm, wholesome and EASY meal? Try this Crockpot Chipotle Pulled Pork Pumpkin Chili.
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Ultimate Pork Roast Recipe
Pork Roast Recipe – the perfect slow roasted Sunday Pork Roast Recipe with yummy pork gravy! (dutch oven + crock pot instructions)

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Momofuku Bossam
Recipe for David Chang’s famous Momofuku Bossam, from his restaurant Momofuku in New York City. Easy to make, impressive and so, so delectable!

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Korean Slow Cooked Pork Roast
Crockpot Crispy Caramelized Pork Ramen Noodle Soup
Crockpot Crispy Caramelized Pork Ramen Noodle Soup.
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Smoked Pork Butt
Smoked Pork Butt (pulled pork recipe) – a tried-and-true, juicy and delicious smoked pork butt recipe that makes the BEST pulled pork!

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Mojo Cuban Roast Pork
This is the actual recipe for Cuban Roast Pork from the movie Chef. Created by rock star LA chef Roy Choi, this is EASY and packs a SERIOUS flavour punch!

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Slow Cooker Vietnamese Pulled Pork Banh Mi
This Pulled Pork Banh Mi features Vietnamese baguette (banh mi) filled with tender and flavorful pulled pork, pickled vegetables, and tasty sauce.

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Texas Smoked Pulled Pork
Texas Smoked Pulled Pork. This simple, smoked Pork Shoulder/Butt creates the most tender, flavorful pulled pork. Cooked low and slow, this pork is melt in your mouth good!

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Instant Pot Pork Tinga
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Chili – This amazing, sweet heat style pulled pork chili is absolutely mouthwatering! Everything you love about pulled pork made into a hearty chili that’s packed with BBQ flavor and perfectly hearty for those cold fall and winter evenings!
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Asian Caramel Slow Cooker Pulled Pork
Slow Cooker Asian Caramel Pulled Pork is crazy tender smothered in the most addicting savory, sweet and spicy sauce infused with coconut milk, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, ginger and garlic. This pork is amazing with rice/veggies or in salads, wraps, tacos, etc!

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Slow Cooker Sweet Barbacoa
Sweet Barbacoa. Better than Cafe Rio or Costa Vida! This flavorful sweet barbacoa recipe is slow cooked all day long leaving it tender and juicy.

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Pork Stew Recipe
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Pork Vindaloo Recipe
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Pork Vindaloo. Tender braised pork is the most delicious dinner.
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How to Make Ahead and Store

Many of these recipes using pork butt can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or even in the freezer. Simply check the individual recipes for full storing instructions and details on how to make ahead. 

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What to Make with Pork Butt: Carnitas

25+ easy pork butt recipes that are sure to be a hit! From carnitas to pulled pork, these recipes can bring your meal to the next level. Try these Pork Street Tacos. They're easy to make at home with your slow cooker. Popping the carnitas under the broiler at the end ensures that they get nice and crispy!
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Serves 8 people
Created by Platings and Pairings
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 10 hours hrs
Total Time: 10 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

Carnitas

  • 4-6 pound pork shoulder (or pork butt, slightly trimmed of excess fat (bone in or boneless) )
  • 1 Tablespoons garlic salt
  • 1 Tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 oranges (juiced)
  • 1 lime (juiced)

For Serving

  • Tortillas
  • Pickled Onions
  • Cilantro
  • Avocado
  • Jalapenos

Instructions

Carnitas

  • Combine garlic salt, chili powder, dried oregano, dried basil, cumin, ground coriander, brown sugar, and sweet paprika.
  • Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork. Place pork in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Pour the orange and lime juice over the pork.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 10-12 hours, or HIGH for 5-6 hours, or until pork is tender and falling apart. Use a fork to shred the meat.
  • Preheat oven broiler to HIGH. Arrange the pork in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  • Taste the pork for saltiness. You may want to sprinkle some additional salt on top.
  • Place underneath broiler until tips of pork are browned and slightly crisp, about 3-5 minutes. (Don’t walk away from it. Keep an eye on meat to make sure it doesn’t burn or become overly browned).
  • Enjoy in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 1424mg | Potassium: 741mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 435IU | Vitamin C: 29.9mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2.8mg
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