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Preheat the oven to 300F with racks positioned in the middle.
Pat the pork butt completely dry with paper towels.
Season generously with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, rubbing into the meat.
Place the seasoned pork into a deep baking dish or Dutch oven.
Pour the apple cider vinegar into the bottom of the dish, around (not over) the pork.
Cover tightly with aluminum foil, sealing all the edges so steam won't escape.
Roast in the preheated 300F oven for 5 hours and 30 minutes without opening.
Carefully remove the foil from the pork (watch the steam).
Shred the pork with two forks and transfer to a clean serving dish.
Pour about 3/4 cup of the pan juices over the shredded pork.
Add the homemade BBQ sauce to the pork and toss gently to coat.
Serve on toasted brioche buns with coleslaw on the side if desired.
Combine apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, salt, Worcestershire sauce, and halved lemon in a saucepan.
Bring the sauce to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Pork butt vs pork shoulder: Both are the same cut, just named differently depending on your region. Either works perfectly.
Vinegar BBQ sauce storage: The sauce keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Reheat gently before serving.
Crockpot method: Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker with the apple cider vinegar and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
Leftovers: Shredded pork keeps in the fridge for 3-4 days. Freeze in an airtight bag for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of sauce.
Doneness: Pork should reach an internal temperature of 200-205F and shred easily.
Can I use pork shoulder instead of pork butt?
Yes, pork shoulder is the same cut as pork butt and can be used interchangeably.
How long does the BBQ sauce last?
The vinegar BBQ sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can cook the seasoned pork in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours with the apple cider vinegar.
How should I store leftovers?
Shredded pork can be kept in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen in an airtight bag for up to 3 months.
What internal temperature should the pork reach?
The pork should reach an internal temperature of 200-205F to ensure it shreds easily.
