Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe
Savor our tender pulled pork sandwich, slow-cooked to perfection and served on a warm bun with tangy barbecue sauce and crunchy coleslaw.
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Ingredients
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Pulled Pork Sandwich Ingredients
Method
Pulled Pork Sandwich Directions
- 1
Prepare the Pork
In a large bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the pork shoulder.
- 2
Cook the Pork
Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add the onion (sliced), garlic (minced), cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds.
- 3
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the barbecue sauce. Allow it to heat through for another 30 minutes.
- 4
Assemble the Sandwiches
Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun. Top with coleslaw and pickles, then cover with the top half of the bun.
- 5
Serve
Serve the pulled pork sandwiches warm with extra barbecue sauce on the side.
