**Ingredients** - 1 whole pork shoulder - 1 cup of broth (chicken, beef, or vegetable) - 1 large onion, quartered (optional) - 4-5 garlic cloves, crushed (optional) - Salt and pepper to taste - Spices (cumin, smoked paprika, or any spice rub you prefer) **Instructions:** 1. **Season the pork**: Generously season the whole pork shoulder with salt, pepper, and any other spices you prefer. If you have a favorite dry rub, now's the time to use it. 2. **Sear (optional)**: Turn the Instant Pot to "Saute" mode. Once hot, add a little oil and sear the pork shoulder on all sides (about 4-5 minutes per side). This step adds flavor but isn't mandatory if you want to skip it. 3. **Add liquid**: Pour 1 cup of broth into the pot. If you’re using onion and garlic, toss them in now. 4. **Pressure cook**: Place the pork shoulder in the Instant Pot. Close the lid and set it to "Pressure Cook" or "Manual" on high for 90 minutes. - For larger shoulders (6-8 pounds), you might need up to 100-120 minutes. - Make sure the valve is set to "Sealing." 5. **Natural release**: Once the cooking time is done, let the Instant Pot naturally release the pressure for 15-20 minutes. Then, release any remaining pressure manually. 6. **Check doneness**: The pork should be tender and falling apart. If it’s not tender enough, reseal the Instant Pot and cook for another 10-15 minutes. 7. **Rest and shred**: Let the pork rest for 10 minutes, then shred it with forks or serve as-is. Serve the pork with your favorite sides, in tacos, or as pulled pork sandwiches. #recipe