Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seed
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt to taste
  • 1 (3 pound) pork butt roast, or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
  • 2 dried chipotle chile peppers, or to taste (optional)

Method

  • Mix brown sugar, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, oregano, onion powder, mustard seed, black pepper, cumin, coriander, and salt together in a small bowl.
  • Rub pork roast liberally with brown sugar mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add pork roast; cook until browned, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
  • Transfer pork to a slow cooker. Add water, liquid smoke, and chipotle peppers.
  • Cook on Low until pork is tender, about 6 hours. Transfer pork to a cutting board and pull apart with tongs.