Hawaiian Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Get a taste of the tropics with these juicy Hawaiian Pulled Pork Sandwiches, a slow-cooked masterpiece that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Tender, flavorful pork shoulder is seasoned with a smoky-sweet spice rub, then slow-cooked in a savory pineapple juice marinade until it falls apart with the touch of a fork. The pork is piled high on soft Hawaiian sandwich buns and topped with a refreshing pineapple coleslaw made with a touch of honey and mayonnaise for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard BBQ or looking for a crowd-pleasing dinner idea, this recipe delivers island-inspired comfort food with every bite. Don’t forget the toasted buns for that added crunch! Keywords: Hawaiian pulled pork sandwiches, pineapple coleslaw, slow-cooked pork, island-inspired recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 lbs Pork shoulder (also called pork butt)
- 1 tbsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1.5 cups Pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 8 pieces Hawaiian sandwich buns
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Pineapple (fresh or canned, finely chopped)
- 2 cups Coleslaw mix
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
Preheat your slow cooker to low setting.
In a small bowl, mix the salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder, ensuring to coat all sides.
Place the pork shoulder into the slow cooker.
In a measuring cup, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Pour the mixture over the pork.
Cook the pork on low for 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and easily shreddable with a fork.
Once the pork is fully cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices to keep it moist.
To prepare the pineapple slaw, whisk together mayonnaise and honey in a large bowl. Add the coleslaw mix and chopped pineapple and toss until well combined.
Lightly toast the Hawaiian buns (optional for added texture).
Assemble the sandwiches by piling pulled pork onto the bottom bun, topping it with a generous scoop of pineapple slaw, and finishing with the top bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 474.9 g | 609% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.1 g | 715% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1388 mg | 463% | |
| Sodium | 11293 mg | 491% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 411.2 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.2 g | ||
| Protein | 358.3 g | 717% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 634 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 35.5 mg | 197% | |
| Potassium | 6799 mg | 145% | |
*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.
