Pulled Pork with Roasted Rainbow Carrots

Pulled Pork with Roasted Rainbow Carrots

A bold twist on a comfort classic, perfect for a weekend gathering or a summer dinner with friends! Slow-cooked pulled pork meets the sweetness of roasted rainbow carrots, all elevated by the deep richness of Mazzetti’s Black Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. A few drops are all it takes to bring brightness and taste to this hearty dish. Serve it warm, share it generously and let the balsamic do the talking!

Time: 2+ hours Level: More challenging Serves: 4
Pairs Perfectly With
Black Label Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
Mazzetti Originale Balsamic Vinegar of Modena Black Label Signature Series 250ml
Shopping List

Pulled Pork:

1.5 kg pork shoulder or Boston butt

Rub:

14 gr smoked paprika

45 ml maple syrup

30 ml soy sauce

30 ml Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

8 gr garlic powder

30 gr tomato paste

Black pepper (to taste)

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena (for finishing)

Side Dish:

600 gr rainbow carrots

45 ml extra virgin olive oil

15 ml maple syrup

1 sprig thyme

Salt and pepper (to taste)

Pulled Pork:

3.3 lbs pork shoulder or Boston butt

Rub:

2 tbs smoked paprika

3 tbs maple syrup

2 tbs soy sauce

2 tbs Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

1 tbs garlic powder

2 tbs tomato paste

Black pepper (to taste)

Balsamic Vinegar of Modena (for finishing)

Side Dish:

21 ounces rainbow carrots

3 tbs extra virgin olive oil

1 tbs maple syrup

1 sprig thyme

Salt and pepper (to taste)

  • Step 1. Prepare the Rub

Mix all the ingredients to create the perfect rub

  • Step 2. Prepare the Meat

Trim excess fat and connective tissue from the meat, then coat it thoroughly with the rub. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.   

  • Step 3. First cooking 

Wrap the meat in foil and roast at 149°C (300°F) for 4 hours.  

  • Step 4. Second cooking

Remove the foil, increase the oven temperature to 204°C (400°F), and roast for another 30 minutes to form a crispy crust. 

  • Step 5. Adjust the seasoning

Rest the meat wrapped in foil for 30 minutes, then shred it. Adjust seasoning and drizzle with Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

  • Step 6. Prepare the Carrots

Place the carrots on a baking sheet, coat with olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, salt, and pepper. Roast at 177°C (350°F) for about 30 minutes.

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