BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Sink your teeth into the ultimate BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, a classic comfort food loaded with smoky-sweet flavor and tender texture that will leave your taste buds craving more. This slow-cooked masterpiece starts with a perfectly seasoned pork shoulder, infused with a robust dry rub of paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, and more. Simmered to perfection in a savory mix of apple cider vinegar and chicken broth, the pork becomes irresistibly juicy and fork-tender. After shredding, it’s coated in rich BBQ sauce and served on soft hamburger buns, optionally topped with crisp coleslaw for a refreshing crunch. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or indulging in a casual weeknight dinner, these sandwiches are an easy, crowd-pleasing favorite that pairs beautifully with classic side dishes like chips, potato salad, or pickles. Perfect for meal prep or gatherings, this recipe is your go-to for the best homemade BBQ pulled pork sandwich experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lb Pork shoulder (Boston butt)
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 cups BBQ sauce
- 8 pieces Hamburger buns
- 2 cups Coleslaw (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar to create a dry rub.
Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around the pork.
Cover and cook on low heat for approximately 8 hours or until the meat is very tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Then use two forks to shred the meat.
Discard any excess fat and cooking liquid from the slow cooker and return the shredded pork to the slow cooker.
Pour BBQ sauce over the shredded pork and stir well to coat the meat evenly. Cover and cook on low heat for an additional 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
While the pork is finishing, prepare the buns by lightly toasting them if desired.
Assemble the sandwiches by piling a generous amount of pulled pork onto each bun. Top with coleslaw if desired for added crunch and flavor.
Serve the BBQ pulled pork sandwiches immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 405.6 g | 520% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.2 g | 681% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1242 mg | 414% | |
| Sodium | 12547 mg | 546% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.3 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 141.0 g | 504% | |
| Total Sugars | 189.8 g | ||
| Protein | 425.6 g | 851% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 892 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 40.5 mg | 225% | |
| Potassium | 6741 mg | 143% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
