This BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich recipe is a classic American favorite. Tender and juicy pulled pork is slow-cooked to perfection and mixed with tangy barbecue sauce, then served on a soft bun. It's a crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for parties, game days, or any casual gathering. Get ready to sink your teeth into this mouthwatering sandwich!
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 hamburger buns
Directions
- Preheat your grill or smoker to 250°F.
- Season the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place the seasoned pork shoulder on the grill or smoker and cook uncovered for 6 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F.
- While the pork is cooking, prepare the barbecue sauce. In a saucepan, combine the barbecue sauce, chicken broth, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the grill or smoker and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Using two forks, shred the pork shoulder into smaller pieces.
- Pour the prepared barbecue sauce over the shredded pork and mix well.
- Place the pulled pork mixture back on the grill or smoker and cook for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until lightly browned.
- Fill each bun with a generous amount of the BBQ Pulled Pork mixture.
- Serve hot and enjoy!