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Pulled Pork Sandwich on Pretzel Bun
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 pretzel buns
Instructions
- Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Place the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Add the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the chicken broth, barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Pour this mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauce.
- Slice the pretzel buns in half and lightly toast them in the oven or on a grill.
- Spoon the pulled pork onto the bottom half of each pretzel bun, then cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve the pulled pork sandwiches with your favorite coleslaw or pickles, and enjoy!
The history of the Pulled Pork Sandwich dates back to the Southern United States, where it was a staple in barbecue joints and home kitchens. The succulent, slow-cooked pork, typically shoulder or butt, is seasoned with a blend of spices and then slow-cooked until it's tender enough to be "pulled" into strands. The pretzel bun, with its chewy texture and slightly salty flavor, adds a unique twist to this classic sandwich. The combination of the smoky, savory pulled pork and the rich, slightly sweet pretzel bun creates a mouthwatering experience that has gained popularity in recent years. Chefs and restaurants across the country have put their own spin on this dish, with some adding tangy slaw or spicy barbecue sauce to elevate the flavors. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in barbecue joints and gastropubs that take pride in their slow-cooked meats and artisanal bread. The key to a perfect Pulled Pork Sandwich on a pretzel bun lies in the quality of the pork, the slow cooking process, and the freshness of the pretzel bun. For those looking to recreate this dish at home, using a high-quality pork shoulder, a flavorful dry rub, and a fresh, soft pretzel bun is essential. Alternatively, some chefs have experimented with alternative methods, such as smoking the pork for added depth of flavor or creating their own pretzel buns from scratch.
380 min
6
550 calories
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