Delicious and tender pulled pork sandwiches

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Delicious and tender pulled pork sandwiches
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
8 mins
Total Time:
13mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 12, 2024

This recipe for pulled pork sandwiches will have your taste buds dancing with delight. The slow-cooked pork is tender and juicy, and the tangy BBQ sauce adds the perfect amount of flavor. Serve on a bun with coleslaw for a classic and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound pork shoulder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • Hamburger buns
  • Coleslaw (optional)

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a rub.
  2. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, covering it completely.
  3. Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
  4. Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  5. Mix in the BBQ sauce with the shredded pork until it is well coated.
  6. Serve the pulled pork on hamburger buns with coleslaw on top, if desired. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Pulled pork is a popular dish in the Southern United States, where it is often served at BBQ joints and cookouts.
  • Using a slow cooker to cook the pork shoulder ensures that the meat is tender and juicy, perfect for making pulled pork sandwiches.
  • The brown sugar in the spice rub adds a touch of sweetness to the pork, balancing out the flavors of the BBQ sauce.