Smoky Barbecue Pulled Pork Sandwiches offer a delightful combination of tender pork, savory barbecue sauce, and a hint of sweetness. This dish, slow-cooked for optimal tenderness, is an excellent choice for a weekend barbecue or a casual weeknight dinner. The pork’s rich flavors, enhanced by the smoky sauce, provide a satisfying experience. Topping these sandwiches with crunchy coleslaw adds refreshing texture and balance.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder, boneless
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6 whole hamburger buns

Instructions

1. Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl to make a dry rub.
2. Rub the spice mix all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it’s completely covered.
3. Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour the apple cider vinegar over it.
4. Cook on low for 6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and use two forks to shred it.
6. Mix the shredded pork with barbecue sauce until well coated.
7. Toast the hamburger buns and fill them with the smoky barbecue pulled pork mixture.

Keywords: Lunch, Pulled Pork, Sandwich, Slow Cooker, Coleslaw

Spice Rack: Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Brown Sugar, Salt, Black Pepper

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