Traditional Super Bowl Sunday Pulled Pork Sandwiche

Name: Traditional Super Bowl Sunday Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (8 lb) whole picnic pork shoulder or (8 lb) pork shoulder butt; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (or more to taste); 3 tablespoons paprika; 3 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 cup water; 1 cup barbecue sauce; 18 kaiser rolls

Servings: persons

1
With oven rack in lowest position, preheat to 250 degrees.
2
Remove rind from pork roast. (This requires a pretty sharp knife!).
3
Mix together dry ingredients to make a rub.
4
Place pork on a rack in shallow roasting pan.
5
Rub the pork all over with Dijon mustard, then pat on dry rub.
6
Roast pork until a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees. This can take anywhere from 9 to 11 hours.
7
Remove pork from oven and let cool for about 1 hour. Reserve all pan drippings.
8
Pull pork into chunks, and then shred into a large bowl.
9
In medium saucepan, combine reserved drippings, 1 cup water, and barbecue sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes, then pour over shredded pork. Stir well. This can now be refrigerated and reheated in a covered pot over low heat later, or served immediately.
10
Serve on rolls, with hot sauce or extra barbecue sauce, if desired.

165

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (8 lb) whole picnic pork shoulder or (8 lb) pork shoulder butt, 1/2 cup Dijon mustard, 1 1/2 tablespoons black pepper, 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder, and more.

Yes, Traditional Super Bowl Sunday 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!

Traditional Super Bowl Sunday Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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