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Pulled Ham

A simple yet delicious pulled ham recipe producing tender, smoky, and juicy meat that makes the perfect centerpiece for sandwiches, tacos, and more.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4-5 pounds bone-in ham
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Slow cooker or oven-safe pot
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Two forks for shredding

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the glaze.
  2. Score the surface of the ham in a diamond pattern to allow the glaze to penetrate.
  3. Generously coat the ham with the prepared glaze using a brush or your hands.
  4. For slow cooker: place the ham in the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 4 hours. For oven: preheat to 325°F (165°C), place the ham in a covered oven-safe pot, and bake for 4 hours.
  5. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature, ensuring it reaches 140°F (60°C).
  6. Let the ham rest for 10-15 minutes after cooking.
  7. Shred the ham into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
  8. Pour any remaining glaze over the shredded ham and toss to coat evenly.
  9. Serve hot on sandwiches, tacos, or with your favorite sides.

Notes

For even more flavor, let the shredded ham marinate in the glaze for an hour before serving.