Sugar-Free BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Indulge in the smoky, tender flavors of this sugar-free BBQ pulled pork sandwich—a healthier twist on a classic favorite! This recipe features slow-cooked pork shoulder rubbed with a flavorful blend of paprika, chili powder, garlic, and cayenne, then infused with a tangy homemade BBQ sauce crafted from apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and a touch of liquid smoke. Grated apple and chopped onion add natural sweetness to complement the savory seasoning, while the slow cooker ensures perfectly juicy, fork-tender meat. Served on hearty whole wheat buns and optionally topped with refreshing coleslaw, these sandwiches make the ultimate guilt-free comfort food. With 8 hours of hands-free cooking and zero refined sugar, it's the perfect meal for family dinners or backyard gatherings—healthy, delicious, and easy to prepare! Keywords: sugar-free BBQ pulled pork sandwich, healthy pulled pork recipe, slow cooker BBQ pork, homemade BBQ sauce, whole wheat buns.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork shoulder (or butt)
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 large Apple, peeled and grated
- 8 pieces Whole wheat burger buns
- 2 cups Coleslaw (optional for topping)
Instructions
Trim any excessive fat from the pork shoulder. In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and chili powder. Rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire pork shoulder.
Place the seasoned pork shoulder into a slow cooker. Add the chopped onion and grated apple around the pork.
In a separate bowl, mix together apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, liquid smoke, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker with a lid and cook on low for about 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Mix the shredded pork back into the cooking juices.
Toast the whole wheat burger buns, if desired. Pile the shredded pork onto the bottom halves of the buns, adding any additional BBQ sauce from the slow cooker as desired.
Top with coleslaw, if using, and then the top halves of the buns to form a sandwich. Serve warm and enjoy your sugar-free BBQ pulled pork sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5825 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 348.0 g | 446% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.4 g | 537% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1127 mg | 376% | |
| Sodium | 10073 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 369.9 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.0 g | 218% | |
| Total Sugars | 125.4 g | ||
| Protein | 316.5 g | 633% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1325 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 44.1 mg | 245% | |
| Potassium | 7778 mg | 165% | |
*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.
