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99 times out of a 100, if I’m going to make pulled or shredded pork I’m going to make it on my smoker. But, there are times here in Indiana when keeping the smoker going outside in 0 degree weather doesn’t appeal to me! That’s when I dig out this great recipe for making shredded pork sandwich in a Dutch oven. There’s the perfect combination of sweet, heat, and moist tender meat! There’s even a hint of smoke!
A Great Alternative To Smoked Pork
If you have a smaller pork shoulder you can easily cut this recipe for a shredded pork sandwich in half. You’ll still get the same great results. These are great sandwiches. Not as great as the low-and-slow smoked goodness, but they are a mighty great substitute.
For something totally different, top your sandwich with my fire and ice salad. It’s crunchy and has some kick!
If I’m reaching for a bottled BBQ sauce, I often go for Sweet Baby Ray’s.
Shredded Pork Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- ½ tablespoon cayenne
- 4 pound pork shoulder
- 2 cup apple juice
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tablespoon liquid smoke
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- 8 hamburger buns
- 2 cups Hard Eight Coleslaw
- your favorite BBQ sauce optional
Instructions
- Combine the salt, black pepper, brown sugar, paprika and cayenne. Sprinkle over the pork shoulder and rub into the meat.
- Wrap meat in plastic wrap or put into a resealable baggie or container and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 325 F.
- Add apple juice, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke and garlic powder to a large Dutch oven and stir.
- Add the meat to the Dutch oven. Place foil over the top to create a tight seal and cover with the lid.
- Roast in the oven for 4 hours or until the meat shreds easily, basting with the liquid in the pan every hour.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 30 minutes.
- Shred pork with forks, discarding any large fatty pieces.
- Serve over buns topped with slaw and, optionally, BBQ sauce.
Nutrition
Nutritional values are approximate.
