Best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

How to Make Best BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches at Home

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Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 2 cups barbecue sauce
• 4 buns hamburger buns
• 2 cups coleslaw
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by seasoning the pork shoulder with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Rub the spices evenly over the meat.

2. 2

   In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes per side.

3. 3

   Transfer the seared pork shoulder to a slow cooker. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and 1 cup of barbecue sauce.

4. 4

   Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

5. 5

   Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat.

6. 6

   Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining barbecue sauce. Let it heat through for an additional 30 minutes.

7. 7

   To assemble the sandwiches, place a generous portion of the pulled pork on the bottom half of each hamburger bun.

8. 8

   Top with coleslaw and cover with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.