Tender Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Juicy, smoky pulled pork served on toasted buns – a simple yet flavorful meal perfect for any occasion!
Equipment
- Forks for shredding
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons peanut oil
- 1 ½ pounds pork sirloin
- Coarse sea salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup prepared barbecue sauce
- 3 hamburger buns split
Instructions
Prepare the Pork
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Drizzle the peanut oil over the pork sirloin.
- Season the meat with coarse sea salt, ground black pepper, and smoked paprika.
Cook the Pork
- Place the seasoned pork in the preheated Air Fryer.
- Cook for 50 minutes, turning halfway through if needed for even cooking.
Shred and Mix
- Remove the cooked pork from the Air Fryer.
- Using two forks, shred the pork into fine pieces.
- Mix the shredded pork with the barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
Assemble and Serve
- Spoon the pulled pork onto the split hamburger buns.
- Serve warm and enjoy your flavorful pulled pork sandwiches!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice
Pair with a bold red wine such as Zinfandel or a crisp beer like IPA to complement the smoky flavors of the pork and barbecue sauce.
Nutrition values
Calories: 453 kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.4 g | Protein: 56.8 g | Fat: 8.9 g | Sugar: 11.6 g