BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs pork shoulder or pork butt
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 6 brioche buns
• Coleslaw, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
2. Season the pork shoulder or pork butt generously with salt and pepper.
3. Heat a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot on medium-high heat. Add in a tablespoon of vegetable oil and sear the pork on all sides until it's browned.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the pork and cover the pot with a lid.
6. Place the pot in the oven and roast for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and falls apart easily with a fork.
7. Remove the pot from the oven and use two forks to shred the pork in the pot.
8. Toast the brioche buns and assemble the sandwiches with the pulled pork and coleslaw.
9. Serve hot and enjoy the delicious smoky flavors of the BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich!

The BBQ pulled pork sandwich originated in the Southern United States, influenced by Native American and African American culinary traditions. Slow-cooked and smoked pork shoulder or butt is shredded and typically seasoned with regional barbecue sauces before being served on a bun or bread, often accompanied by coleslaw. The dish has a rich history and is a beloved American comfort food with regional variations in sauce preferences.