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Memphis Pork Shoulder on a Potato Bun
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Memphis Pork Shoulder on a Potato Bun

4.6 (388 ratings)

A Memphis Pork Shoulder, the kind of plate you make on a quiet evening, and served on a Potato Bun.

Prep
28 min
Cook
70 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb pork shoulder
  • 1/2 cup barbecue rub
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 medium yellow onion
  • 1 lb kosher salt
  • a pinch cracked black pepper
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the pork shoulder generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the pork shoulder and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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