American BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with Coleslaw

Name: American BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with Coleslaw
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 510 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 pounds pork shoulder; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1 cup BBQ sauce; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 4 cups shredded cabbage; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 8 pieces burger buns (toasted)

StandardAmericanLunchComfort FoodFamily-FriendlySavory

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 480m COOK

👥 8 SERVINGS

⚡ 600 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A classic American sandwich featuring tender, slow-cooked pulled pork smothered in tangy BBQ sauce, topped with crunchy coleslaw, all nestled in a soft bun.

Macronutrients per serving

113

grams

Protein

35.0g 31%

Fat

28.0g 25%

Carbs

50.0g 44%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

30% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Calcium

15% DV

Strengthens bones and teeth

🔺 Iron

20% DV

Important for blood production

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

🌾 Fiber

16% DV

Aids in digestion

Ingredients

Pulled Pork

4 pounds pork shoulder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 cup apple cider vinegar

Coleslaw

4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Sandwich Assembly

8 pieces burger buns toasted

Instructions

1 In a small bowl, mix together smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
2 Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork shoulder.
3 Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the apple cider vinegar and 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce over it.
4 Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
5 While the pork is cooking, prepare the coleslaw by combining cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
6 Once the pork is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat.
7 Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix with the remaining 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce.
8 To assemble the sandwiches, place a generous portion of pulled pork on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
9 Top with a scoop of coleslaw and cover with the top half of the bun.
10 Serve immediately and enjoy your American BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich with Coleslaw.