Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Magnolia PitPulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by The Magnolia Pit
Time8h
Serves8

Slow-cooked pulled pork served on a bun with coleslaw.

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Ingredients

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Pulled Pork

Coleslaw

Sandwich Assembly

Method

Pulled Pork Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork

    Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.

  2. 2

    Create the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the pork.

  3. 3

    Slow Cook the Pork

    Place the pork in a slow cooker. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and water. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

  4. 4

    Shred the Pork

    Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker. Use two forks to shred the meat. Return the shredded pork to the cooker and mix in the barbecue sauce. Allow it to heat through for another 30 minutes.

Coleslaw Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Finely shred the green cabbage and grate the large carrot.

  2. 6

    Make the Coleslaw Dressing

    In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

  3. 7

    Combine Coleslaw Ingredients

    Add the shredded cabbage and grated carrot to the dressing and mix until the vegetables are evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Sandwich Assembly

  1. 8

    Assemble the Sandwiches

    Toast the hamburger buns if desired. Pile a generous amount of the pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun, top with coleslaw, and add pickle slices if using. Place the top half of the bun on and serve.

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