Cooking Methods

Venturing beyond the humble crockpot into the modern cooking arena, the Ninja Foodi Plus (model MC1010) presents a compelling alternative to long-standing traditional methods. While slow cookers remain the reliable workhorses for tenderising meats like pulled pork, the Foodi Plus steps in with a versatile, all-in-one approach, offering sous-vide precision without the bulky water oven, a fast cook setting, and a distinct air fryer dimension. Claims of an 8.5-quart capacity hint at tackling larger batches, mirroring the yield potential of a traditional Dutch oven but promising different textures achieved through circulated hot air versus slow, moist convection. This multi-function unit directly challenges the boundaries, inviting us to test whether its combination of features truly streamlines the entire pulled pork journey – from initial cooking methods often compared to slow cookers or grills, to the crucial shredding phase where tools like the Cave Tools Meat Claws (both Talon-Tipped and regular versions) become necessity, or if a simpler, more classic technique remains the gold standard for achieving that "dangerously delicious" texture often associated with traditional pulled pork recipes culled from renowned sources like "All In One: 66 Pulled Pork Recipes".