Description

Soft, juicy pulled pork piled high on a toasted bun, topped with crisp coleslaw, this slow cooker recipe is easy, versatile, and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

4–5 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
1 large onion, sliced
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Soft sandwich buns or brioche rolls, toasted
Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, extra BBQ sauce

Instructions

Season the pork shoulder generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Rub the seasonings into the meat.
Place the sliced onion at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the seasoned pork shoulder on top.
Pour in the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar.
Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for 8-10 hours, or on high heat for 4-6 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.
Use two forks or tongs to shred the pork directly in the slow cooker. Stir it into the sauce to coat every piece.
Lightly toast your sandwich buns or rolls for extra flavor and texture.
Assemble the sandwiches by piling the shredded pork onto the buns, adding coleslaw or your favorite toppings, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, sear the pork shoulder in a hot skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Leftover pork can be used in tacos, quesadillas, or on baked potatoes. If the sauce is too thin after shredding the pork, let it simmer on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 hours on low or 4-6 hours on high
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 400450
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 800
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 2
Protein: 30

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