BBQ Wild Boar Shoulder
BBQ Wild Boar Shoulder is a perfect marriage of traditional American BBQ and the robust flavors of wild game. The meat of wild boar is more assertive than pork, making it a great match for smoky, slightly sweet BBQ sauce. Slow cooking ensures the meat becomes tender and juicy while the flavors penetrate deeply. Smoked paprika, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar create a perfect balance with the distinctive taste of wild boar. This dish is an ideal choice for BBQ parties, hunting dinners, or a special weekend lunch. For a truly authentic experience, serve it on fresh buns with a side of coleslaw or grilled vegetables.
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Preparation Steps
1
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the wild boar shoulder. Pat dry with paper towels.
2
In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and brown sugar. Rub the mixture all over the wild boar shoulder, ensuring it's evenly coated.
3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the shoulder on all sides for 3-4 minutes per side, until a golden brown crust forms.
4
Transfer the seared shoulder to a slow cooker or a Dutch oven. Add the chopped onion, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and water or broth.
5
Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours (or at 265°F/130°C in the oven) until the meat is fork-tender.
6
Remove the shoulder from the slow cooker or Dutch oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, using two forks, shred the meat.
7
Toss the shredded meat with the cooking juices and a little extra BBQ sauce. Let it rest for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
8
Serve on fresh buns, with grilled vegetables, or coleslaw. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
