Sugar-Free Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich
Savor the smoky and tangy flavors of this Sugar-Free Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich, a guilt-free spin on a classic comfort food favorite! Perfect for low-sugar diets or anyone seeking a healthier take on barbecue, this recipe features tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder seasoned with a delectable blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders. Topped with a homemade sugar-free barbecue sauce and a creamy coleslaw made with sugar-free mayonnaise, this crowd-pleasing sandwich is served on hearty whole wheat buns for a wholesome finish. With minimal prep time and bold flavors, this dish is ideal for family gatherings, backyard barbecues, or weeknight dinners. Enjoy the soulful taste of barbecue without sacrificing your health goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork shoulder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup Sugar-free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 cups Coleslaw mix
- 0.5 cup Sugar-free mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Celery seed
- 8 Whole wheat hamburger buns
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Rub this spice mixture thoroughly onto the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and cover tightly with foil. Bake for about 4 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.
While the pork is cooking, prepare the sugar-free barbecue sauce. In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar-free ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and red pepper flakes over medium heat.
Stir the sauce ingredients occasionally, letting it simmer and thicken slightly for about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.
In a medium bowl, combine the shredded coleslaw mix with sugar-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and celery seed. Mix well and let it chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the oven, and use two forks to shred it into pieces.
Stir enough of the sugar-free barbecue sauce into the shredded pork to coat it generously.
Split the whole wheat hamburger buns in half and toast lightly if desired.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun.
Top the pork with a spoonful of coleslaw mixture, then cover with the top half of the bun.
Serve the sandwiches warm, along with any remaining coleslaw as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 264.3 g | 339% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.1 g | 360% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1240 mg | 413% | |
| Sodium | 8908 mg | 387% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 276.5 g | 101% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.8 g | 160% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 382.2 g | 764% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1364 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 36.1 mg | 201% | |
| Potassium | 7456 mg | 159% | |
*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.
