BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe

Name: BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds pork shoulder roast; 5 to 6 whole cloves; 3 tablespoons Smokey BBQ Rub, recipe follows; 2 red onions, thinly sliced; 16 ounces barbeque sauce; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons dark chili powder; 2 tablespoons smoked paprika; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

4 pounds pork shoulder roast
5 to 6 whole cloves
3 tablespoons Smokey BBQ Rub, recipe follows
2 red onions, thinly sliced
16 ounces barbeque sauce
1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons dark chili powder
2 tablespoons smoked paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1
Stud the roast with the cloves and rub with the Smokey BBQ Rub.
2
Place the roast in a slow cooker and top with the onions.
3
Cover the roast with 2 cups of water and slow cook for 8 to 10 hours.
4
Remove the pork, discard the cloves and layer of fat, as well as any water and grease remaining in the pot.
5
When the pork is cool enough to handle, use a fork or your hands to shred and pull the meat apart.
6
Return the meat to the slow cooker along with the barbecue sauce.
7
Heat for 1 to 2 hours.
8
Serve on your favorite roll.
9
Combine the granulated and brown sugars, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, salt, mustard and cayenne in a bowl and mix well.
10
Store in an airtight container.

1239

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds pork shoulder roast, 5 to 6 whole cloves, 3 tablespoons Smokey BBQ Rub, recipe follows, 2 red onions, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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