Apple Cider Pulled Pork

Directions

1. 1
   Score the skin of the pork with a sharp knife.
2. 2
   Make 1-inch deep incisions with a pairing knife all over the pork and insert 1 slice of garlic in each incision.
3. 3
   Season the pork with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper.
4. 4
   In a 5-to 6-quart crock pot, heat the oil over high heat until hot.
5. 5
   Sear the pork butt, turning once, until browned, 6 to 8 minutes total.
6. 6
   Transfer the pork to a plate and stir the onion into the crock pot.
7. 7
   Brown the onion, scraping up any browned bits, until golden, about 6 minutes.
8. 8
   Place the pork back in the crockpot along with the cider and cover the crock pot.
9. 9
   Simmer the pork butt on low, covered, until the meat is very tender, 7 to 8 hours.
10. 10
    Shred the pork, discarding the bone, then place the shredded pork back in the cooking liquid.
11. 11
    Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve with rolls.