Sweet & Spicy Pulled Pork Recipe
Sweet, spicy house-smoked pulled pork topped with spicy apple slaw on an artisan bun
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Ingredients
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Pulled Pork
Spicy Apple Slaw
Assembly
Method
Pulled Pork Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- 2
Mix the Rub
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Rub the Pork
Generously rub the spice mixture all over the pork pieces, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 4
Cook the Pork
Place the pork in a smoker or slow cooker. Pour apple cider vinegar and water over the top. If using a smoker, cook for about 6-8 hours at 225°F, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
- 5
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the heat and let it rest for 15 minutes. Then shred the pork using two forks.
Spicy Apple Slaw Preparation
- 6
Prepare the Vegetables
Finely shred the green cabbage and carrots. Chop the green onions and jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat).
- 7
Mix the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, and jalapeño.
- 8
Make the Dressing
In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- 9
Combine Slaw and Dressing
Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Assembly
- 10
Assemble the Sandwiches
Toast the artisan buns if desired. Layer shredded pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun and top with a generous portion of spicy apple slaw. Place the top bun on and serve immediately.
