BBQ pulled pork sandwiches

BBQ pulled pork sandwiches

Make word famous BBQ pulled pork sandwiches with this easy recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 hours hrs

Total Time 6 hours hrs 20 minutes mins

Servings: 4 Sandwiches

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 620

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 800 g pork shoulder boneless
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup BBQ sauce plus extra for serving
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 burger buns split and toasted
• 1 cup coleslaw optional topping

Equipment

• Slow cooker / Instant Pot / Dutch oven
• Mixing bowl
• Forks For shredding
• Tongs and Knife

Method

 

Season Meat: Combine salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar. Rub all over pork shoulder.

Sear (Option al): Heat oil in a pan; brown each side 2–3 min for extra flavor.

Slow Cook: Place pork in slow cooker with BBQ sauce and broth. Cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or until tender.

Shred: Remove meat; shred with two forks. Mix back into sauce to coat.

Assemble: Place pulled pork on buns, top with coleslaw and extra BBQ sauce.

Notes

💡Notes

Use a mix of sweet and smoky BBQ sauce for depth of flavor.

Works great with leftover roast pork too.

 

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🧊Storage

Store in an airtight box up to 3 days in fridge or freeze for 2 months. Reheat with a splash of BBQ sauce.

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🍽️Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 620 kcal

Protein: 34 g

Fat: 28 g

Carbohydrates: 50 g

Sugar: 20 g

Fiber: 3 g

 

Few dishes capture Southern comfort like a BBQ pulled pork sandwiches — tender, smoky, and dripping with sweet-savory sauce. This dish traces its roots to slow-smoked American barbecue, where pork shoulder simmers for hours until it practically melts apart.

The secret is patience: low heat allows the connective tissues to break down, creating that irresistible “pull-apart” texture. The meat absorbs the tangy BBQ sauce and broth, becoming rich and flavorful without feeling heavy. When tucked between buttery toasted buns and topped with crisp coleslaw, it offers the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, creamy, and crunchy.

Whether you’re hosting a weekend cookout, a football party, or just craving comfort food, this sandwich guarantees satisfaction. Pair it with potato wedges, pickles, or corn on the cob for a full American plate. If you like a spicy kick, add hot sauce or jalapeño slaw. This recipe works beautifully in slow cookers or Instant Pots, making it easy to prepare even on busy days.

Every bite tells the story of authentic American BBQ heritage — hearty, homely, and made with love. You don’t need a smoker to achieve that depth of flavor; your kitchen will smell like a Southern BBQ joint by the t

BBQ pulled pork sandwiches