Best 7 Applesauce Pulled Pork Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors in this collection of applesauce pulled pork recipes, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. From classic slow-cooker creations to tangy cider-infused variations, these recipes promise fall-off-the-bone tenderness and a tantalizing blend of sweet, savory, and smoky notes. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore diverse cooking methods, including traditional oven-baked and modern Instant Pot techniques, each yielding succulent, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork that will leave you craving for more. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or preparing a comforting family meal, these recipes offer an array of options to suit every occasion.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE BROWN SUGAR BBQ SAUCE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup ketchup
1 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup apple juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 Gala apples, diced fine

Steps:

  • Add the ketchup, sugar, applesauce, vinegar, apple juice, garlic powder, ground ginger, liquid smoke, onion powder, salt and apples to a medium saucepot and set over medium heat. Stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes to reduce, then remove from the heat. Puree the sauce until smooth. Serve warm or cool and store refrigerated in an airtight container.

ROAST PORK LOIN WITH APPLESAUCE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 6 to 8 main course servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, such as soy, corn, or peanut
One 3-pound boneless center cut pork loin, trimmed and tied
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium onion, sliced
1 carrot, sliced
1 stalk celery, sliced
3 cloves garlic, smashed
3 sprigs fresh sage
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken broth, homemade or low-sodium canned
1 to 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced and chilled
About 4 cups applesauce, recipe follows
2 1/2 pounds tart red skinned apples, such as McIntosh
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large ovenproof skillet heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season the pork loin all over generously with salt and pepper. Lay the loin, fat side down in the skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Use tongs to turn the meat, and continue to brown it on all sides, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the meat to a plate and set it aside.
  • Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, and herb sprigs to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and add the wine. Return the skillet to a high heat and scrape the bottom with a wooden spoon to loosen up any browned bits. Boil the wine until it is reduced by about half. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
  • Return the loin and any collected juices to the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the loin until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the meat registers between 145 to 150 degrees F., about 40 minutes. (See Cooks Note.)
  • Transfer the pork to a plate, and cover it loosely with foil. Set it aside in a warm spot while you make a sauce.
  • Strain the cooking liquid through a fine mesh strainer into a small saucepan; press down on the vegetables with a wooden spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. Boil the liquid over high heat until reduced by about a third. Reduce the heat to medium-low, whisk in the mustard, and then the bits of butter to enrich the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm but do not boil.
  • Remove the strings from the roast and then slice the loin. Add any collected juices to the sauce. Arrange the meat on a warm platter and season with salt and pepper. Pour the sauce over the meat. Serve with the applesauce on the side.
  • Remove the apple's stems. Coarsely chop the apples with their skin and seeds. Combine the apples, sugar, and lemon juice with 3 tablespoons of water in a large saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Cover, and lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook until the apples are completely soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and continue to cook (stir frequently to prevent scorching) until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes more. Remove from the heat and cool slightly. Pass the apple mixture through a food mill; discard the peels and seeds. Serve warm or at room temperature. Refrigerate if not using immediately.

APPLESAUCE PORK LOIN



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I sampled this tasty pork roast in a commercial cooking course I took years ago and saved the recipe. Later, I converted it to family-size, and it's become a favorite. -Vikki Rebholz, West Chester, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup applesauce
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
3 fresh rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown roast on all sides in oil. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the applesauce, mustard and honey; spread over roast. Top with rosemary. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

APPLE CIDER PULLED PORK WITH CARAMELIZED ONION AND APPLES



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Tender, sweet, slow cooked pork makes a perfect pairing with sweet and tangy caramelized apples and onion. A perfect fall sandwich.

Provided by coldstar37

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pulled Pork

Time 6h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 (12 fluid ounce) bottles hard apple cider
¼ cup brown sugar
1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin
½ cup butter
1 large onion, cut into strips
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 large Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
6 hard rolls, split

Steps:

  • Combine hard apple cider and 1/4 cup brown sugar in a slow cooker; mix until dissolved. Add pork tenderloin.
  • Cook tenderloin on Low until very tender, about 6 hours. Shred pork with a fork.
  • About 20 minutes for the pork is finished, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat; cook and stir onion until well browned, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine 1/2 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and onion powder; season with salt and pepper. Stir apples and sugar mixture into cooked onion. Cover and cook until apples are tender and sauce has thickened, about 10 minutes more.
  • Spoon pork and apple-onion sauce over rolls to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652.9 calories, Carbohydrate 67.4 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 407.5 mg, Sugar 43.8 g

APPLESAUCE CROCKPOT PULLED PORK BBQ



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Make and share this Applesauce CrockPot Pulled Pork BBQ recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Melissa A.

Categories     Pork

Time 18h30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 -6 lbs pork roast (shoulder or butt)
1 cup ginger ale
2 large sweet onions
2 cups applesauce
2 cups jack daniels spicy original barbecue sauce
6 tablespoons brown sugar
3 teaspoons chili powder
bun, for sandwiches

Steps:

  • Slice onions in half. Place 2 halves in bottom of CrockPot.
  • Place pork in CrockPot. Cover with 2nd onion.
  • Pour Ginger Ale over pork.
  • Cook on LOW for 12 hours.
  • Combine applesauce, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and chili powder. Stir until completely blended. Set aside.
  • Remove onions and drain all liquid from meat.
  • Using 2 forks, shred pork. Remove bones as you go.
  • Return meat to crock pot and add BBQ sauce.
  • Cook on LOW for an additional 4-6 hours.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.2, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 125.2, Sodium 561.5, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 24.5, Protein 40.4

APPLESAUCE PORK CHOPS



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Pork chops with applesauce glaze.

Provided by Shelli

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Chop Recipes     Baked

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
¼ cup chopped onion
1 apple - peeled, cored, and sliced
2 (1/2-inch thick) pork chops
¾ cup applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground mustard
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and apple slices in the melted butter until tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer onion and apple to a bowl.
  • Place pork chops in the same skillet; cook over medium heat until pork chops are browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Mix applesauce, brown sugar, mustard, and cinnamon into onion and apple mixture.
  • Place pork chops in a 9x9-inch baking dish; season with salt and black pepper. Spoon applesauce mixture over pork chops; cover dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pork chops are no longer pink in the center, about 30 to 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 78.4 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 674.2 mg, Sugar 30.4 g

PULLED PORK WITH APPLESAUCE



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Make and share this Pulled Pork With Applesauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Healthy

Time 6h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 lbs pork roast
4 cups applesauce
18 ounces barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Place meat in slow cooker. Spread applesauce over top. Spoon barbecue sauce over applesauce.
  • Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours.
  • Remove from slow cooker and shred with forks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.9, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 78.2, Sodium 486.6, Carbohydrate 33.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 12.2, Protein 25.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: Pork shoulder or pork butt are the best cuts for pulled pork because they are tough and flavorful. They become tender and juicy when cooked slowly.
  • Use a good quality applesauce: The applesauce adds sweetness and moisture to the pulled pork. Choose a smooth, unsweetened applesauce for the best results.
  • Cook the pulled pork on low heat: This will allow the pork to cook slowly and evenly. The ideal internal temperature for pulled pork is 205 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Don't overcook the pulled pork: Overcooked pulled pork will be dry and tough. Once the pork reaches an internal temperature of 205 degrees Fahrenheit, remove it from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before shredding.
  • Serve the pulled pork with your favorite sides: Pulled pork is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include coleslaw, baked beans, and mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Applesauce pulled pork is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet applesauce and savory pork is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a crowd-pleasing meal, give this recipe a try.

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