Pulled Pork Dry
Your pulled pork is dry because the shoulder overcooked or was shredded without enough juices. Rehydrate with warm liquid and fat.
dry shreds · stringy texture · dairy-free · high-protein
The fix
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- 1 warm 1/2 cup cider or stock with 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 toss the pork with the warm liquid and 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- 3 cover with foil and rest 5 minutes to absorb
If it's still wrong
- Serve in a saucy taco or quesadilla.
- Mix with coleslaw and mayo for moisture.
Prevent next time
- Save cooking juices and toss with the meat after shredding.
- Rest the shoulder before pulling to retain moisture.
Notes
Why this works
Warm liquid rehydrates the exposed meat fibers, and fat coats them so they feel juicy again. A short covered rest helps the moisture absorb.