Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw

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Slow-cooked pulled pork infused with craft beer, served on a toasted bun and topped with a crisp, tangy cabbage slaw. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 500 minutes pairs pork shoulder, craft beer, yellow mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 4 American cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a slow cooker, combine 2 lbs pork shoulder, 1 cup craft beer, 2 tbsp yellow mustard, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook on low for 8 hours until pork is tender and shreds easily.
  2. Step 2: While pork cooks, prepare slaw by mixing 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, and 1 grated medium carrot in a bowl. Whisk together 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, and 1 tbsp honey; toss with cabbage mixture until well coated. Refrigerate until serving.
  3. Step 3: Once pork is done, shred it using two forks and mix with the cooking juices.
  4. Step 4: Lightly toast 4 hamburger buns. Assemble sandwiches by piling generous portions of pulled pork on the buns and topping with 1/4 cup tangy slaw each. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 500 minutes (20 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Craft Brew Pulled Pork Sandwich with Tangy Slaw?

American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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