Traditional Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe Description

Step into the flavor zone, and indulge in the simple comforts of a BBQ pulled pork sandwich that you can enjoy with a salad or a side of yam fries. Tender, slow-cooked pork roast, slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, nestled between toasted ciabatta bread. There may not exist a better way to make a sandwich.

Ingredients for this Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Kitchen Tools For This Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Step-by-Step Cooking Directions for Pulled Pork Sandwich:

1. Begin by slicing the ciabatta in half with your serated bread knife. Take care to use proper knife technique, ensure your knife is adequately sharp, and perform your cuts on a stable, clean surface.


2. Next, shred or dice 4 to 6 ounces of cooked pulled pork. You may complete this step using your hands to simply shred the pulled pork into small pieces. See the video below.
   


3. In your cold sauté pan, add 3Tbsp butter, and turn your cook top to medium high heat. As the pan heats up and the butter melts, take care so that the butter does not burn. Turn your cook top heat down if the butter begins to smoke.
   

   Always be careful not to burn butter in a hot pan.



4. Now place the ciabatta slices inside-down into your hot, buttered pan. Allow the bread to toast for a few minutes; it should develop a rich, golden color with toasted edges. Once toasted, remove the bread from heat and set aside.
   

   Toasted ciabatta creates an exceptional crunchy texture.



5. In the hot sauté pan, you may add your diced/shredded pulled pork. Sauté the pork until it gets hot and begins to develop seared edges.
   

   Searing the pork adds a crispy texture.



6. Add ¼C barbecue sauce to the pan, and toss the pulled pork in the pan to thoroughly coat the meat in sauce. Once adequately coated, remove the pan from heat.
   

   Adding barbecue sauce intensifies the flavor of the pork.



7. Simply place your BBQ pulled pork onto the toasted ciabatta bread, serve and enjoy. Coleslaw or a side of yam fries go great with this dish.
   

   Serve with yam fries or a side of choice.

Types of Pork

Heritage Pig Breeds

Heritage pigs are a breed of pig that is not cross-bread with other breeds. These breeds include Berkshire, Red Wattle, and Duroc. These pigs have darker meat with richer flavor, juiciness, and marbling. The benefit to using these breeds of pig is there is no need to brine them or add marinades/sauces for tenderness since they come with so much flavor and juices naturally.

Non-Heritage Pig Breeds

Non-heritage pork refers to pork that comes from pig breeds that are not considered heritage breeds, meaning they are typically commercially bred pigs raised for rapid growth and lean meat production, often with less flavor and marbling. If cooking with this more common type of pork a brine is best.

Sides & Suggestions for this Pulled Pork Sandwich Recipe

Elevate the experience of this pulled pork sandwich by serving it with yam fries, squash fries, or classic Southern sides and complementary flavors. Pair it with creamy macaroni and cheese for a rich and satisfying combination of textures and flavors. Alternatively, opt for tangy pickles and a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad to balance the richness of the sandwich with bright, crisp flavors.