Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Servings: 6 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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Slow-cooked pork sirloin with a sweet and spicy root beer reduction sauce
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Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 servings Calories: 915.0

Description

This hearty dish features tender pork sirloin roast slow-cooked until it shreds easily, paired with a unique, tangy-sweet sauce made from root beer and chili sauce. The combination of savory meat, caramelized onions, and the distinctive flavor of root beer creates a comforting, home-style meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. The sauce reduces to a rich glaze that balances the richness of the pork. Serve the shredded meat piled high on toasted buns with fresh lettuce and tomato for a satisfying sandwich experience that brings bold flavors to your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat from the pork sirloin roast.
  2. Cut the roast into smaller pieces if necessary to fit your slow cooker.
  3. Sprinkle the meat generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Brown the roast on all sides until golden.
  6. Drain excess fat from the skillet.
  7. Transfer the browned meat to a 3.5 to 5-quart slow cooker.
  8. Add the onion wedges, 1 cup of root beer, and minced garlic to the slow cooker.
  9. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until meat is tender.
  10. While the meat cooks, combine the remaining 3 cups of root beer and bottled chili sauce in a medium saucepan.
  11. Bring the sauce mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  12. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally.
  13. Cook for about 30 minutes, or until the sauce reduces to 2 cups.
  14. Stir in the root beer concentrate and hot pepper sauce.
  15. Remove the cooked roast from the slow cooker and place on a cutting board.
  16. Use a slotted spoon to remove the cooked onions from the slow cooker juices and place them on the cutting board with the meat.
  17. Discard the liquid remaining in the slow cooker.
  18. Use two forks to shred the pork meat.
  19. Mix the shredded pork with the cooked onions.
  20. Line the hamburger buns with lettuce leaves and tomato slices if desired.
  21. Spoon the shredded pork and onions onto the buns.
  22. Drizzle the prepared root beer chili sauce over the meat.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 915.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.6g49%
Saturated Fat 10.0g50%
Cholesterol 210.0mg70%
Sodium 4153.4mg174%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g90%
Sugars 7.8g
Protein 93.0g186%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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