Pulled Pork Recipes That Will Make Everyone Happy

By Food & Wine
Updated 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
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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.

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Coffee-Cured Pulled Pork

© John Kernick
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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.

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Cuban Sandwiches with Tomato Jam

© Keller & Keller
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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.

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Pulled Pork and Goat Cheese Quesadillas

© Tina Rupp
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You can put goat cheese on pretty much anything and assume it's going to be delicious. These pepper-filled quesadillas are no exception.

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Carolina Pulled Pork

© Antonis Achilleos
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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.

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Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Cola Barbecue Sauce

© Con Poulos
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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.

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Barbecue Shredded Pork and Quinoa Tacos

© Kristen Stevens
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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.

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Smoky Kalua Pork Sandwich with Spiced Pineapple Jam

© Con Poulos
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Cooking the pork is the easy part, but it's the spiced pineapple jam that requires a little time and finesse.

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Apple Cider Pulled Pork

© Ian Knauer
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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.

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Slow Cooker Barbecued Pulled Pork

© Hannah Queen
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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.

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Pulled Pork Tamales

© John Kernick
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We have the Aztecs to thank for tamales and Food & Wine to thank for this creative take on a Mexican classic.

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