Pulled Pork Recipes That Will Make You Drool

By Food & Wine
October 06, 2016
© John Kernick

When it comes to juicy, tender pulled pork, there's not much more you can say than "please serve that to me immediately." We've rounded up some of the most delicious and easy recipes we could find. Now every night can be pulled pork night. 

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Thai-Style Pulled Pork Sandwiches

© Con Poulos

From red curry and cardamom seeds to kaffir lime leaves and lemongrass, these Thai-inspired sandwiches show off pulled pork's ability to take on any complex flavor. Click here for the recipe. 

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Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork

© John Kernick

If your pulled pork is in need of a little zing, a coffee rub provides an excellent bitter note to complement the smokiness of the meat. Eating a sandwich > drinking a latte. Click here for the recipe. 

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Cuban Sandwiches with Tomato Jam

© Keller & Keller

We've never met a Cuban sandwich we didn't like. Aside from the tried-and-true pork, Serrano ham and Gruyere cheese trifecta, the tomato jam in this recipe takes each bite to a whole other level. Click here for the recipe. 

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Pulled Pork and Goat Cheese Quesadillas

© Tina Rupp

You can put goat cheese on pretty much anything and assume it's going to be delicious. These pepper-filled quesadillas are no exception. Click here for the recipe. 

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Carolina Pulled Pork

© Antonis Achilleos

For smoked pulled pork traditionalists, this recipe's got you covered. Simple flavors of paprika, dijon mustard and brown sugar lend themselves to mouthwatering results. Click here for the recipe. 

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Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Cola Barbecue Sauce

© Con Poulos

It's like slaw and barbecue were made to exclusively pair with pulled pork. For a departure from the traditional, try this habanero oil slaw with cola-infused sauce. Click here for the recipe. 

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Barbecue Shredded Pork and Quinoa Tacos

© Kristen Stevens

If you're hoping to sneak protein-fueled whole grains into your diet, look no further than this creative take on a fiesta favorite. We might even ditch the flour tortilla for a lettuce wrap to make these even healthier. Click here for the recipe. 

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Smoky Kalua Pork Sandwich with Spiced Pineapple Jam

© Con Poulos

Cooking the pork is the easy part, but it's the spiced pineapple jam that requires a little time and finesse. Click here for the recipe. 

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Apple Cider Pulled Pork

© Ian Knauer

Apple cider provides the perfect level of sweetness for this no-frills dish that's ideal for fall. Best if followed with a slice of sweet potato or pumpkin pie. Click here for the recipe. 

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Slow Cooker Barbecued Pulled Pork

© Hannah Queen

You won't be using a Ronco to cook it, but the ease of a slow cooker will allow you to "set it and forget it." Your hunt for the perfect mid-week dinner is officially over. Click here for the recipe. 

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Pulled Pork Tamales

© John Kernick

We have the Aztecs to thank for tamales and Food & Wine to thank for this creative take on a Mexican classic. Click here for the recipe. 

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