Pulled Pork Sandwich

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (12-ounce) bottle of barbecue sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 6 hamburger buns

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 300°F.
2. 2 In a small bowl, mix paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, ground mustard, and cayenne pepper.
3. 3 Rub olive oil all over the pork shoulder, then coat with the spice mixture.
4. 4 Place pork in a large oven-safe skillet, fat side up. Pour barbecue sauce and chicken broth around the pork.
5. 5 Cover skillet with a lid or foil and cook in the oven for 4 hours, or until pork is very tender.
6. 6 Remove from oven and shred pork with two forks directly in the skillet, mixing it with the cooking juices.
7. 7 Toast hamburger buns and serve with a generous portion of pulled pork.

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Tips

• For extra flavor, add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the cooking juices.
• This pulled pork can be made a day ahead and reheated gently on the stove.
• Serve with coleslaw for a classic combo!

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of broth if needed.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with crispy sweet potato fries and a tangy coleslaw.
• Add a dollop of spicy mayo for an extra kick.

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