Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 6 cups chicken stock or water; 1 (3 pound) boneless pork butt; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; BBQ Sauce, recipe follows; 8 to 12 soft buns with sesame seeds; Pickled Jalapenos, recipe follows; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1 small Spanish onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeno, finely diced; 2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped; 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 cups cider vinegar; 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; Salt; 3 cups rice wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1 teaspoon white peppercorns; 1 teaspoon coriander seeds; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 3 jalapenos, sliced in half lengthwise; 7 sprigs fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

4 to 6 cups chicken stock or water
1 (3 pound) boneless pork butt
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
BBQ Sauce, recipe follows
8 to 12 soft buns with sesame seeds
Pickled Jalapenos, recipe follows
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 small Spanish onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, finely diced
2 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt
3 cups rice wine vinegar
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon white peppercorns
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons kosher salt
3 jalapenos, sliced in half lengthwise
7 sprigs fresh cilantro

1
Preheat the grill to medium heat (the grill should maintain a constant temperature of 350 degrees F).
2
Place a drip pan filled half-way with the chicken stock on the briquettes.
3
Season the pork butt with salt and pepper and place on the grates of the grill over the drip pan.
4
Close the cover of the grill and let the pork cook for 1 hour.
5
Turn the pork over and continue grilling for 2 to 3 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. More chicken stock may be needed to refill the drip pan during grilling.
6
Remove the pork from the grill and let rest for 15 minutes.
7
When it is cool enough to handle, shred the pork into strands with your fingers.
8
Add the shredded pork to the BBQ Sauce and serve on sandwich buns with the Pickled Jalapenos.
9
Heat oil in a medium saucepan on the grates of the grill.
10
Add the onion and jalapeno and cook until soft.
11
Add the fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes and juices, vinegar, honey, brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce, and cook until the sugar has completely melted and the sauce is slightly reduced and thickened.
12
Season with salt, to taste.
13
Add the shredded pork and stir to coat.
14
Special equipment: 1 (8-ounce) jar
15
Combine the vinegar, sugar, peppercorns, seeds, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
16
Let boil for 2 minutes, and then remove from the heat and let sit until cooled to room temperature.
17
Place the jalapenos, stem side up, into the jar and pour enough cooled vinegar mixture over them to cover.
18
Pack the cilantro sprigs into the jar.
19
Cover and refrigerate for at least 24 hours and up to 4 days.

1680

kcal

Calories

112

Fat

102

Carbs

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 6 cups chicken stock or water, 1 (3 pound) boneless pork butt, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, BBQ Sauce, recipe follows, and more.

Yes, 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.

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Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Variations & substitutions

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