{RECIPE} Pulled Pork Sandwich with Spicy Asian Slaw (2024)

FAQs

Why do they put coleslaw on pulled pork sandwiches? ›

The slaw provides the crunch. And provides the contrast while you eat the pork. So you not only get the bonus flavor of the vinegar you get that contrasting crunch that goes against the tender pulled-pork and the soft bun.

Adding pulled pork sandwich toppings like coleslaw, cheese, or even international options like kimchi is a great way to make a simple dish a memorable one to share with family and friends.

The bread you choose for your pulled pork sandwich is almost as important as the meat itself. A soft, yet sturdy bun is ideal, as it will hold up well under the weight of the juicy, saucy pork without becoming soggy. Popular choices include hamburger buns, brioche buns, and potato rolls.

Shred it and top with barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and a spicy habanero vinegar for the perfect sandwich.

What is the best cut of meat for pulled pork? Pork shoulder is ideal for pulling purposes. It has an optimum fat content that yields to create tender, melty meat, but it's essential you cook it slowly to allow the protein to break down properly.

Additionally, spray chicken broth or apple juice on the meat to prevent it from losing more moisture in the crockpot. To add a strong flavor during the process, white wine can also be sprayed.

Transfer everything to a large slow cooker and add a splash of liquid — water is great, but so is broth, apple juice, or beer if you have them handy. Cover and cook on low until the meat is tender and pulls apart easily.

Rich, creamy cheeses work well. We like to use an extra sharp cheddar that holds up to the pork flavor or we sometimes will use a Jack cheese or mozzarella that adds stringy, gooey, delicious texture and flavor. And by the way, we have totally used that weird canned nacho cheese, too.

One pound of pulled pork will make between 3-5 sandwiches, depending on how thick you like your sandwiches. This pulled pork sandwich recipe calls for 8 pounds of pulled pork and will make somewhere between 24 – 40 sandwiches. It's a fantastic way to feed a large crowd!

Shred pork and return to slow cooker. Add enough reserved liquid to moisten meat. Whisk mayonnaise, white vinegar, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and 1 pinch cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Serve mayonnaise sauce with shredded pork.

What type of pickles go with pulled pork? ›

Pulled pork may be the most satisfying meal of all time. To make it, fork-tender pieces of slow-cooked pork shoulder are coated in sweet-tangy barbecue sauce. The saucy meat is sandwiched in soft buns, with creamy slaw, fried shallots, and bread-and-butter pickles.

Use your lettuce or greens as a barrier. These also makes a great barrier to prevent soggy bread. There's really wet ingredients like pickles or tomatoes. Keep those in the center.

This coleslaw has the perfect combination of flavors – it's creamy, tangy, sweet, AND savory. It pairs perfectly with pulled pork because of the kind of sugar used, and the savory notes. But it's also amazing alongside so many other dishes too.

Especially when served with barbecue, mayonnaise-based dressings are a worthy complement to the smoky tang of BBQ'd meats. It's no wonder coleslaw has turned into a traditional side dish for a barbecue.

Coleslaw is a good source of fiber that helps to promote regularity and can also help to lower cholesterol levels. Low in calories. A cup of coleslaw has only about 100 calories, making it a perfect choice for those watching their weight. An excellent source of vitamins A and C.

It's good to add a binder, which helps the rub stick to it. This can be olive oil, yellow mustard, or a spray oil like duck fat. For pork butt I usually go with mustard. It doesn't add any flavor to the finished product, but I like the way it holds the rub and the color it gives to the exterior early in the cook.