Nothing compares to the feeling of getting your hands on a satisfying, meaty sandwich. Spice things up with this Korean pulled pork sandwich or lighten things up with a pulled chicken sandwich!
BBQ pulled pork: Pork butt, BBQ sauce, and broth. Spice rub: Brown sugar (or coconut sugar), smoked paprika, and garlic. Crispy jalapeños: Jalapeños, all-purpose flour, and cooking oil. The sandwiches: Brioche buns, chipotle mayo, and coleslaw.
Note that pork loin is not suitable for this recipe – it’s a leaner cut, so the lower fat content means it’ll end up quite dry if you slow-cook it. Boneless pork shoulder is going to be more convenient for shredding, but you can get bone-in, too. You’ll just want to be careful to remove all pieces of bone before shredding. You’ll know the pork is ready to be shredded when it gives under the gentle pressure of tongs. The internal temperature should be 205 degrees Fahrenheit. If it’s not quite there, let it cook for a bit longer. If you’ve got pork chops in the freezer, take them out to make our baked pork chops recipe. It’s the most popular recipe on our site!
Mac and cheese: A classic to pair with BBQ pulled pork, this comfort food contrasts and complements the smoky BBQ notes with creamy, cheesy goodness! Sweet potato wedges: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these wedges are a perfect contrast texture-wise. You can also make french fries or carrot fries, too! Corn on the cob: Juicy kernels of sweet corn contrast the savory pork! Baked beans: Keep things simple with some hearty beans like these apple pie baked beans. Pickles: Tangy, crisp pickles offer a refreshing contrast to the rich and deep BBQ notes of the pork.
If you want something really convenient, you can always grab a bag of slaw from the supermarket – done! Otherwise, put an Asian twist on your sandwich by making an Asian slaw, add some depth with a blue cheese coleslaw, or a healthy broccoli slaw. For dessert, you’ll want something that balances the savory and smoky flavors of BBQ pulled pork sandwiches. Make a purple sweet potato pie, plum cobbler, or creamsicle orange sherbert.
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