Season 03 - Lunch / S03L06
Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Spicy Slaw
Story
As Don Luis shredded the tender, slow-cooked pork, the aroma of smoky spices filled the kitchen. He piled the juicy meat onto fresh buns, topping it with a crunchy, spicy slaw. “A good pulled pork sandwich,” he said, “needs the perfect balance—savory, tangy, with just the right amount of heat.” With a final drizzle of sauce, he knew this dish would be unforgettable. This Pulled Pork Sandwich with Spicy Slaw is packed with bold flavors, juicy meat, and a satisfying crunch. Let’s make the Don Luis Special version, making sure every bite is tender, saucy, and full of smoky goodness! 🔥 Prep & Cook Time
Ingredients
- For the Pulled Pork:
- 3 lbs pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless) 🐖
- 1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika 🌶️
- 1 tbsp garlic powder 🧄
- 1 tbsp onion powder 🧅
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt 🧂
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat) 🔥
- 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar 🍏
- 1 cup barbecue sauce 🍖
- 0.5 cup chicken broth 🍗
- For the Spicy Slaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage (green & purple) 🥬
- 1 large carrot, julienned 🥕
- 0.25 red onion, thinly sliced 🧅
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat) 🌶️
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise 🥄
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 🍏
- 1 tsp honey 🍯
- 0.5 tsp salt 🧂
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- For the Sandwiches:
- 6 brioche or sandwich buns 🍞
- Extra barbecue sauce for serving 🍖
- Pickles (optional) 🥒
Instructions
- 1Prepare the Pulled Pork
- 21️⃣ Season the Pork: Rub olive oil over the pork shoulder, then coat with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne (if using). Let it sit for 10 minutes. 🧄🐖
- 32️⃣ Slow Cook: Place the pork in a slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar, barbecue sauce, and chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until fork-tender. 🍲🔥
- 43️⃣ Shred the Pork: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks. Mix it back into the juices to keep it moist. 🍖✨
- 5Make the Spicy Slaw
- 64️⃣ Mix the Slaw Ingredients: In a bowl, combine cabbage, carrot, red onion, and jalapeño. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Pour over the veggies and toss well. Refrigerate until ready to serve. 🥗🔥
- 7Assemble the Sandwiches
- 85️⃣ Toast the Buns: Lightly toast the brioche buns for extra flavor. 🍞🔥
- 96️⃣ Build the Sandwich: Pile the pulled pork onto the bottom bun, drizzle with extra barbecue sauce, and top with spicy slaw. Add pickles if desired, then cover with the top bun. 🥪✨
- 107️⃣ Serve & Enjoy: Dig in while it’s hot! Serve with fries, sweet potato chips, or a side of plantains. 🍟🔥
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Don Luis · A character for three generations
Don Luis is the brand character and narrator for this catalog: a warm voice for Puerto Rican family recipes tested by the real creator behind the brand. The project carries three generations of flavor and writes each recipe step by step so any kid can follow it.
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