Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsFront Street Pub & EateryBucktown Stout Pulled Pork Recipe

Bucktown Stout Pulled Pork Recipe

Time5h
Serves4

Smoked pulled pork & house-made Bucktown Stout BBQ sauce. Served on a brioche bun with coleslaw

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Ingredients

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Pulled Pork

Assembly

Method

Pulled Pork

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork Shoulder

    Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and pat it dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Pork

    In a bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and brown sugar. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.

  3. 3

    Cook the Pork

    Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a smoker set to 225°F (107°C). Smoke for approximately 8-10 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

  4. 4

    Rest the Pork

    Once cooked, remove the pork from the smoker and wrap it in aluminum foil. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes before shredding.

  5. 5

    Shred the Pork

    Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.

Bucktown Stout BBQ Sauce

  1. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine Bucktown Stout, ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 7

    Simmer the Sauce

    Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

  3. 8

    Combine with Pulled Pork

    Once the sauce is ready, mix it with the shredded pork until well coated.

Coleslaw

  1. 9

    Combine Coleslaw Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrot, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined.

  2. 10

    Chill the Coleslaw

    Cover the coleslaw and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Assembly

  1. 11

    Prepare the Buns

    Slice the brioche buns in half and lightly toast if desired.

  2. 12

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Place a generous portion of pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun. Top with coleslaw and place the top half of the bun over it.

  3. 13

    Serve

    Serve the pulled pork sandwiches immediately, with extra BBQ sauce on the side if desired.

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