BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Tender, slow-cooked pulled pork smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, piled high on a toasted bun, and topped with crunchy coleslaw. A true American classic, perfect for any meal or gathering.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Forks (for shredding pork)
- Skillet (optional for toasting buns)
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder boneless
- 1 1/2 cups BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 large onion sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 6 hamburger buns toasted
- Optional: coleslaw for topping
Pulled Pork Rub:
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper optional
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the rub by mixing together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder.
- Place the sliced onions in the bottom of the slow cooker and lay the pork shoulder on top.
- Add chicken broth to the slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours (or high for 4-5 hours) until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart.
- Once cooked, remove the pork and shred it with two forks.
- Mix the pulled pork with BBQ sauce in a large bowl, making sure all the pork is coated.
- Toast the buns in a skillet or toaster (optional).
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of BBQ pulled pork on the bottom bun, top with coleslaw (optional), and finish with the top bun.
- Serve hot with additional BBQ sauce on the side if desired.
Notes
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 450
Protein: 33g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Sugar: 12g
Calories: 450
Protein: 33g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fat: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 800mg
Sugar: 12g