Bobby's Sweet and Spicy Pork and Slaw Sandwich Recipe

Name: Bobby's Sweet and Spicy Pork and Slaw Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons black pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 pounds pork tenderloin; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 cup apple juice; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 3 tablespoons BBQ sauce, plus more for serving; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root; 6 whole-wheat hamburger buns; Coleslaw, for serving; Mustard, optional, for serving; Pickle chips, optional, for serving

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 pounds pork tenderloin
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
6 whole-wheat hamburger buns
Coleslaw, for serving
Mustard, optional, for serving
Pickle chips, optional, for serving

1
For the dry rub: Mix together the paprika, black pepper, salt, brown sugar and cayenne pepper.
2
For the pork: Sprinkle the dry rub all over the pork tenderloins and place in a resealable plastic bag.
3
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, and then bring to room temperature before cooking.
4
Cut each tenderloin into 2 or 3 large pieces.
5
Heat the oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven.
6
Sear the pork on all sides in batches (you don't want to overcrowd the pan), 4 to 5 minutes.
7
Cover with the apple juice, vinegar, BBQ sauce, garlic and ginger.
8
Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, and then cover and simmer for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.
9
Transfer the pork to a clean cutting board and shred using 2 forks.
10
Place the shredded pork back into the pot and continue to cook over medium-low heat, uncovered, just to heat through, 10 minutes longer.
11
Serve on hamburger buns topped with BBQ sauce and coleslaw with mustard and pickles, if desired.

1161

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

118

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons black pepper, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Bobby's Sweet and Spicy Pork and Slaw Sandwich falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Bobby's Sweet and Spicy Pork and Slaw Sandwich

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