Delicious and flavorful Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches . . let your slow cooker do all the work! Low and slow for 8 hours and you’ve got amazing.
It’s officially cold here in Wisconsin. It was 0 degrees at one point yesterday. I think it was -15 with the wind chill. Freaking cold. And it snowed the night before. Paul was on a business trip so I had to shovel our driveway myself. I did a crappy job because I could only stay outside for 20 minutes. It was too cold.
But I guess I shouldn’t complain. I posted this on Instagram on Sunday when it was 7 degrees here . . but apparently, it was also “-31 in Manitoba, Canada”, “-2 in Des Moines” and “-38 in Irkutsk, Russia”!!! -38. . I can’t even.
And the no meat eating thing lasted for like a week. Because when I’m cold, I whip out my slow cooker (or Multi-Cooker in this case) and make something delicious.
And delicious, in this case, is this slow cooker pulled pork.
I did a few things differently. I made a dry rub for the pork, then I seared the pork and then I cooked it in the slow cooker for about 8 hours on low.
Oh my gawd, so good.
I eat pulled pork over mashed potatoes, over mac and cheese, over mashed cauliflower and in sandwiches with slaw, pickles and potato chips.
I owe all of this deliciousness to my KitchenAid Multi-Cooker. Isn’t she a beauty?
This multi-cooker is amazing. It’s a slow cooker, rice, risotto and soup maker and it can also steam, sear and sauté! It literally is a multi-cooker and the ultimate all-in-one cooking system! There are over 10 settings: risotto, rice, sear, sauté, simmer, soup, yogurt!, boil/steam, slow cooker settings in both high and low, and keep warm settings for up to 24 hours.
I am amazed every time I use it.
Yesterday, I also had the honor of taping my first cooking segment with WISC-TV here in Madison. It was all about slow cooker recipes! I’ll be doing a segment every month and this one will air on Monday, January 18. I’ll be sure to share the link once it’s online.
Until then, make this pork!!! On Friday, I’ll be posting another recipe I demo’ed during the segment.
Stay warm everyone!
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Ingredients
For the dry rub:
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
For the pork:
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 to 4 lbs. pork shoulder
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 to 2 cups tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
For the sandwiches:
- 4 buns
- lettuce
- slaw
- BBQ sauce
- Serve with pickles and potato chips
Instructions
For the dry rub:
- Combine the brown sugar, paprika, mustard powder, cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the mixture all over the pork, on both sides. Let sit for about 20 minutes if possible.
For the pork:
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or heavy bottomed dutch oven; add the pork and cook, turning, until browned on both sides, for about 5 minutes. Remove the pork and place into your slow cooker.
- Evenly pour in the vinegar, tomato sauce and Worcestershire sauce and season with more salt and pepper and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours. Remove the pork and transfer to a cutting board or plate. Using two forks, break apart the pork. Alternatively, you can chop up with a knife if desired. Place back into the slow cooker and let sit in the sauce for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Serve on buns with lettuce, slaw, barbecue sauce and pickles.
Recipe adapted from The Food Network
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
January 13, 2016 at 4:44 amIt’s just starting to get really cold here in the UK, so I think we are getting all your cold weather moving to us.
This used to be one of my favourite things to eat when we ate meat. Slow cooking it just really brings all the flavours together.
Mir says
January 13, 2016 at 5:14 amCan’t wait to see the link to your TV appearance! It’s so cool that you do that monthly. In a gorgeous kitchen (or is it a set)? Either way, it looks amazing!
Cold and I do not get along. I’m impressed that you lasted 20 minutes shoveling. I hope Paul feels guilty! 🙂
These look delicious. I know very few people who will not go crazy over pulled BBQ sandwiches. I do mine in the slow cooker, too. So easy to shred when the meat is so tender!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
January 13, 2016 at 6:47 amI absolutely HATE the cold! It’s just as cold here in Chicago too, and I need to move somewhere warm! These pulled pork sandwiches sound like the perfect comfort food for the weather, Alice!
rachel @ athletic avocado says
January 13, 2016 at 7:23 amI adore pulled pork but I have yet to make it! This looks super easy and simple to make, I need to make it!
Harriet Emily says
January 13, 2016 at 7:34 amHuge congrats on filming your cooking segment Alice! That’s so amazing!!! Well done! This pulled pork looks amazing too, so moist and full of flavour. The photos look beautiful!
Kelly says
January 13, 2016 at 8:09 amIt’s SO cold here too and all I want is comfort food especially if it’s made in the slow cooker! Love these pulled pork sandwiches! Looks so tender and flavorful! Yay, your segment sounds awesome, Alice, I can’t wait to see it!! 🙂
Jen | Baked by an Introvert says
January 13, 2016 at 9:09 amIt’s been too long since I’ve made pulled pork in the slow cooker! I need to change that!! This would be an awesome weeknight meal.
Lauren Gaskill | Making Life Sweet says
January 13, 2016 at 9:59 amYUMMMM. That combination of light brown sugar, smoked paprika, mustard powder and ground cumin for the dry rub sounds incredible Alice!
mira says
January 13, 2016 at 11:04 amI need to watch your TV segment Alice, can’t wait! It is so cold here, too! SO it is the perfect time for slow cooker meals! These sandwiches look perfect! Will make some slow cooked pork today!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
January 13, 2016 at 11:39 amOooh so exciting – cannot wait for that link to your TV debut! And oooh it sure is cold there – it’s 30 here and I’m wearing two coats – I wouldn’t know what to do in 0 degree weather! Maybe stay in and eat ALL the slow cooker recipes? Searing the pork before slow cooking it is such a fab idea! So much flavor!
Candice says
January 13, 2016 at 12:39 pmCongrats on your cooking segment! The pulled pork looks D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!
Nicole Washington says
January 13, 2016 at 1:07 pmTheses look awesome hun! Just in time for the Super Bowl! Congrats on the segment!
Asha says
January 13, 2016 at 3:35 pmWill be watching your segment and YYYAYYY!!!
It’s not bad here at all, no complains, love SF. Still, would love a good sandwich like this.
Looks amazing and all those flavors, great one.
marcie says
January 13, 2016 at 4:32 pmI would never make it out there in Wisconsin! I’m cold here in CA when it’s 50. lol Congrats on the TV segment — that’s so exciting! I love the looks of that gorgeous slow cooker, and we just love pulled pork!
John T. says
January 13, 2016 at 5:13 pmIt is 17 degrees F in Seoul, Korea just like here in Buffalo, NY. We have been spoiled with a mild December. These pulled pork sandwiches look so good, I will try them on my friends with some homemade kimchi on the side. Way to go Alice! 😋
Liz says
January 13, 2016 at 6:15 pmWe are having the same nasty weather! I’m ready for spring! Your pulled pork looks fabulous—and would hit the spot on this cold night!
P.S. Congrats on your TV gig! You’re a natural!!!
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
January 13, 2016 at 8:09 pmPulled pork is one thing that our whole family loves here, even the 1 year old! For some reason over the last few months both of my girls started to get picky about their food (maybe too many Christmas goodies?!?), but everyone loves pulled pork! This looks SO moist and juicy! I can’t wait to see all your videos and TV segments Alice!
Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom says
January 13, 2016 at 9:41 pmI love pulled pork sandwiches – I definitely make a pig of myself (ba-dum ching) 😉 Seriously though, this is some serious comfort food and how cute is your slow cooker! And BIG congratulations of your TV spots!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
January 14, 2016 at 8:13 amCan’t wait to see you on TV (again)! You are such a rock star on camera, Alice! That multi-cooker has been on my list of things to purchase, and you are making me want to say screw it and buy it now! LOVE this pulled pork! Such a perfect way to stay warm! While it’s not zero degrees here, it IS cold… especially for this native Floridian! I need me some slow cooker pulled pork sammies! Cheers, my dear! <3
hipfoodiemom says
January 14, 2016 at 10:53 amCheyanne, I’m hosting an IG giveaway tomorrow for the multi-cooker so ENTER!!!
Meghan | Fox and Briar says
January 14, 2016 at 1:04 pmBrrr, 0 degrees IS freaking cold, even if it is colder other places. I grew up in Alaska, and the winters in Fairbanks often get to 50 below – That is like unbelievably cold. Sometimes your brain just can’t process how cold it is. Luckily we have these sandwiches to warm us up. I LOVE these! My mouth is actually watering.
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
January 14, 2016 at 2:04 pmOh man. This would TOTALLY hit the spot right now. There is nothing like slow cooked pork right?? Especially after shoveling snow in subzero temperatures. UGH! I’m so sorry it’s so cold Alice! Come visit me in Sacramento! 🙂
Amy @BellyFull says
January 14, 2016 at 2:25 pmI think it’s crazy how mild your winter has been up until this week. Those 15 years I lived in Minnesota, I was never that lucky! It’s been raining like crazy here, but we need it SO badly. Bring it. And bring on the slow cooker recipes!
Adri says
January 17, 2016 at 12:08 amPulled pork, now doesn’t that sound perfect for cold weather and for a slow cooker. I think you have a winner here. Congratulations on your TV debut. I bet you had a ball. May I also say that your slow cooker is a real beauty. Best to you for a terrifically successful and tasty 2016.
Amy says
January 30, 2016 at 4:49 pmHave to try this, thank you!
hipfoodiemom says
January 30, 2016 at 8:17 pmI hope you do, Amy!!! 🙂