Paleo Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich
Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist—our Paleo Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich! This mouthwatering recipe features tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with a smoky, spiced rub and coated in a tangy, homemade barbecue sauce made from apple cider vinegar, unsweetened apple sauce, paleo-friendly ketchup, and a touch of honey. Perfectly paleo-friendly, these sandwiches are served on crisp lettuce leaves in place of traditional buns, offering a fresh and satisfying low-carb alternative. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of slow cooking, this dish is ideal for meal prepping or impressing guests at your next gathering. Garnish with sliced onions, avocado, or pickles for a bold and balanced flavor experience! This recipe is a must-try for barbecue lovers seeking a gluten-free, paleo-friendly option that doesn’t compromise on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 cup paleo-friendly ketchup
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
- 1 sliced onion
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork shoulder on all sides, about 5 minutes per side.
Place the browned pork in a slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, unsweetened apple sauce, paleo-friendly ketchup, honey, and arrowroot powder until smooth.
Pour the sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the sauce.
Serve the pulled pork on large lettuce leaves as buns, top with sliced onion, and any additional desired toppings such as avocado or pickles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.6 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.9 g | 209% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 5058 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 131.9 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.8 g | ||
| Protein | 216.7 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 303 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 4749 mg | 101% | |
*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.
