Classic American Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Name: Classic American Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 510 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 pounds pork shoulder (trimmed of excess fat); 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/2 cup barbecue sauce; 4 cups shredded cabbage; 1 cup shredded carrots; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons white vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 8 buns sandwich buns (toasted)

StandardAmericanLunch|DinnerComfort FoodFamily-FriendlyClassic

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 480m COOK

👥 8 SERVINGS

⚡ 550 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Tender, smoky pulled pork piled high on a soft bun, topped with tangy coleslaw for a classic American delight.

Macronutrients per serving

102

grams

Protein

35.0g 34%

Fat

22.0g 22%

Carbs

45.0g 44%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

30% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Calcium

10% DV

Essential for healthy bones and teeth

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Crucial for oxygen transport in the blood

☀️ Vitamin A

20% DV

Important for vision and immune health

🌾 Fiber

12% DV

Promotes digestive health

Ingredients

Pulled Pork

4 pounds pork shoulder trimmed of excess fat
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup barbecue sauce

Coleslaw

4 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Sandwich Assembly

8 buns sandwich buns toasted

Instructions

1 In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2 Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
3 Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour apple cider vinegar around it.
4 Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
5 Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Mix in the barbecue sauce until well combined.
6 In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to make coleslaw. Mix well.
7 To assemble the sandwiches, place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
8 Top the pork with a scoop of coleslaw and place the top half of the bun over it.
9 Serve immediately and enjoy your classic American pulled pork sandwiches.