Classic American Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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 cup barbecue sauce

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

• 8 buns sandwich buns, toasted

Method

1. 01
   In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
2. 02
   Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
3. 03
   Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour apple cider vinegar around it.
4. 04
   Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
5. 05
   Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Mix in the barbecue sauce until well combined.
6. 06
   In a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper to make coleslaw. Mix well.
7. 07
   To assemble the sandwiches, place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
8. 08
   Top the pork with a scoop of coleslaw and place the top half of the bun over it.
9. 09
   Serve immediately and enjoy your classic American pulled pork sandwiches.