Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw

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Slow-cooked pulled pork simmered in a smoky barbecue sauce, served on toasted buns with crunchy tangy coleslaw. This american-inspired pork ready in about 225 minutes pairs pork shoulder, smoked paprika, brown sugar 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: 15 min Cook: 210 min Serves 4 American cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. In a small bowl, mix 2 tsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice blend all over 2 lbs pork shoulder.
  2. Step 2: Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan, cover tightly with foil, and roast for 3 to 3.5 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  3. Step 3: While pork roasts, mix 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 grated medium carrot, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate the slaw until serving.
  4. Step 4: When pork is done, shred it with two forks and stir in 1 cup barbecue sauce until well coated.
  5. Step 5: Toast 4 hamburger buns lightly, then pile each bun with a generous portion of pulled pork and top with the tangy slaw before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 225 minutes (15 min prep + 210 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 Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches 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 Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches 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 Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches 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 Moberly-Inspired BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw?

American pork 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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