Growing up in a Cuban family means you love pork. It’s like built into your DNA. So it goes without saying that pulled pork is something that is very close to my heart. I can’t get enough!
Especially when it is topped with slaw on some deliciously soft, sweet toasted Hawaiian bread? I mean, what’s not to like!? Let me show you how to make this recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Pulled Pork. Any leftover pork works! Just shred it up using two forks.
- Your fave BBQ sauce or guava bbq sauce.
- Toasted hamburger buns. I like using Hawaiian rolls or brioche buns.
- Coleslaw mix.
- Shredded red cabbage.
- Mayonnaise.
- Red wine vinegar.
- Honey.
Recommended For This Recipe
Slow Cooker
This 6 quart crockpot allows you to program your cook time and has a locking lid which is perfect for taking your dish to any get-together.
How To Make Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Shred the pork. First things first, you can make pulled pork in the slow cooker or use leftover pork. Using two forks, shred up the pork and transfer it to a bowl.
- Toss in BBQ sauce. Once you have shredded up the pork, toss it in your favorite bbq sauce then set aside.
- Make the slaw. In a bowl, mix coleslaw, red cabbage, mayo, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble the pulled pork sandwiches. Add the pulled pork over the hamburger buns then add the slaw. Serve and enjoy!
What toppings go on a pulled pork sandwich?
I personally love a good slaw for a pulled pork sandwich. You can also add your favorite bbq sauce and/or caramelized onions!
What’s the best meat to use for pulled pork sandwiches?
When it comes to pulled pork, I recommend using Boston butt or pork shoulder. They have the most flavor!
What kind of bread do you use for pulled pork sandwiches?
I recommend using toasted sweet Hawaiian rolls or brioche buns. They are perfect for a juicy pulled pork sandwich!
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Ingredients
Simple Slaw
- 1 bag store-bought coleslaw mix (14 oz)
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt + pepper to taste
Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Pulled Pork Recipe
- Guava BBQ sauce or your fave BBQ sauce
- Toasted hamburger buns
Instructions
- Make the pulled pork in the slow cooker or use leftover pork. Using two forks, shred up the pork and transfer it to a bowl.
- Once you have shredded up the pork, toss it in your favorite bbq sauce then set aside.
- Next, make the slaw. In a bowl, mix coleslaw, red cabbage, mayo, red wine vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- Assemble the pulled pork sandwiches. Evenly divide the pulled pork between the toasted hamburger buns then top with the slaw. Serve and enjoy!
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