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Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 hamburger buns
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 cup of barbecue sauce, 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of mustard, 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
- Place 4 lbs of pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and easy to shred 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. Let it cook for an additional 15-30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or on a grill.
- Spoon the pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun, and top with the other half of the bun.
- Serve the pulled pork sandwiches with coleslaw, pickles, or additional barbecue sauce if desired.
Pulled pork sandwiches have a rich history rooted in Southern barbecue traditions. Originating in the Southern United States, this dish has become a beloved staple in American cuisine. Slow-cooked, tender pork is shredded and mixed with a tangy, smoky barbecue sauce, then piled high on a soft, fluffy bun. Renowned chefs like Rodney Scott and Aaron Franklin have elevated the art of smoking and preparing pulled pork, drawing food enthusiasts from far and wide to their acclaimed restaurants in South Carolina and Texas. The key to a perfect pulled pork sandwich lies in the quality of the pork, the slow cooking process, and the balance of flavors in the barbecue sauce. For an alternative method, some swear by cooking the pork in a slow cooker for equally delectable results. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic barbecue joints across the Southern states, where the tradition of slow-smoking and expertly seasoning pork lives on. Whether it's served with coleslaw, pickles, or simply on its own, a well-crafted pulled pork sandwich is a true delight for the taste buds.
380 min
8
450 calories
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