Cooking a Pork Loin

[Callie]

Thanks guys! Glad it can be done. I'm getting ready to put it in the crock pot with a can of Kroger Dr. Pepper.
Being a recent college grad, I'm trying to become more domestic and cook at home more. Less eating out to save money!

 

[denisem]

Pork loin will be difficult to shred, but it does shred. Recently I heard the tip of using a Kitchen Aid stand mixer to shred the meat.
Oh my gosh. It was so much easier that way!

How was the texture of the meat? I like to leave my pulled pork in strings with a bit of texture. Does the mixer break it down finely? Did you just put chunks of the cooked meat in there? Very interesting idea!

Not quite as good stringy as a Boston Butt, but it was good. Yup, just put in the chunks.

I've also tried Muushka's method (thanks to Pinterest!) I found the trick is to use the regular KA paddle blade, a low speed and do in short bursts, watching closely. As "M" mentioned, pork loin doesn't shred into strings like other cuts, so you have to watch it to get the texture you desire.

KA mixer shredding also works well on chicken breasts (for burritos, enchiladas, etc.)

 

[pixiewings71]

I've done a pork loin in the crock pot for pulled pork, I poured a can of beer over the meat and cooked it on low for 10 hours, I pulled it then mixed it with BBQ sauce, it was really good.

 

[Pea-n-Me]

I use this on pork chops or loin. I generally use the oven, though. Delicious.

http://www.stonewallkitchen.com/sho...jellies-butters/Roasted_Garlic_Onion_Jam.html

(I also start with salt, pepper and garlic powder before putting the jam on. Be careful not to overcook or they/it will be dry.)

 

[mill4023]

I'm sure it will taste fine, but it won't be great pulled pork.
Personally, if you want sandwiches, I'd just cook it in the oven, then slice thinly instead of trying to pull it.
Next time, get a pork butt (shoulder) and cook it at 250 for 6 to 8 hours.

Of course, I live in North Carolina, so if you told someone here you were making pulled pork from a loin, they would probably look at you like you were crazy.

 

[Callie]

It ended up turning out pretty well! Next time I will for sure preseason/soak the meat. Also make sure to start it soon enough so I can cook it on low the whole time!