Spicy pulled pork burger with barbecue sauce

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 240 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 3

Ingredients

• Pulled Pork
  • Pork shoulder : 2 pounds
  • Salt : 1 tablespoon
  • Black pepper : 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika : 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Brown sugar : 1/4 cup
  • Garlic powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Liquid smoke : 1 teaspoon
  • Barbecue sauce (for serving) : 1 cup
• Barbecue Sauce
  • Ketchup : 1 cup
  • Brown sugar : 1/4 cup
  • Apple cider vinegar : 1/4 cup
  • Worcestershire sauce : 2 tablespoons
  • Dijon mustard : 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Onion powder : 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika : 1 teaspoon
  • Cayenne pepper : 1/4 teaspoon
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon

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Steps

• Prepare the Pulled Pork
• Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
• In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, and liquid smoke.
• Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.
• Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and cover it tightly with aluminum foil.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
• Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
• Using two forks, shred the pork into small pieces.
• Make the Barbecue Sauce
• In a medium saucepan, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat and let it cool.
• Assemble the Burger
• Toast the burger buns.
• Place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun.
• Drizzle barbecue sauce over the pulled pork.
• Add any desired toppings such as coleslaw, pickles, or sliced onions.
• Place the top half of the bun on the toppings.
• Serve the spicy pulled pork burgers with extra barbecue sauce on the side.

Tips

• For extra spiciness, add hot sauce or chili flakes to the barbecue sauce.
• Serve the pulled pork burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or corn on the cob.

Information

• This recipe can also be made using a slow cooker. Simply place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds.