Pulled Pork, Sous Vide

1/4 c. (50 g.) paprika
1/4 c. (50 g.) dark brown sugar
3 T. (35 g.) kosher salt
1 T. (12 g.) whole yellow mustard seed
1 t. (4 g.) freshly ground black pepper
2 T. (20 g.) granulated garlic powder
1 T. (8 g.) dried oregano
1 T. (12 g.) whole coriander seed
1 t. (4 g.) red pepper flakes
boneless or bone-in pork butt, 5-7 lb.
1/2 t. liquid smoke

Working in batches, combine paprika, brown sugar, salt, mustard seed, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, coriander seed, and red pepper flakes in a spice grinder and reduce to a fine powder.

Divide mixture in half. Rub half of mixture evenly all over pork shoulder, pressing it in until it adheres. Place pork shoulder in a sous vide–safe vacuum-sealer bag. Add liquid smoke (if using) and seal bag.

Sous vide at 165°F for 18-24h. Cool, and refrigerate for up to a week.

Remove pork from bag and carefully blot dry with paper towels. Rub reserved spice mixture into the surface of the pork. Place pork on a wire rack set in a rimmed, foil-lined baking sheet and place in oven. Convection roast at 275°F until a deep, dark bark has formed, about 1 1/2 hours.

Shred with a stand mixer using the paddle attachment. Season to taste with salt and serve immediately.

Must be made ahead.

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