Honey Balsamic BBQ Pork Sandwiches {Instant Pot or Slow Cooker}
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4.8
165 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Servings
8 Servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Balsamic BBQ Pork Sandwiches {Instant Pot or Slow Cooker}
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Ingredients
Pork:
- 3 to 4 to 4 pounds boneless pork sirloin roast or pork shoulder
- 1 teaspoon salt I use coarse, kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper I use coarsely ground
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
- 1 to 2 to 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
BBQ Sauce:
- ¾ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce (see note)
- ⅓ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Season the pork roast evenly with salt, pepper and garlic powder (about a teaspoon of each).
- Instant Pot Directions: cut the roast in half and place in the Instant Pot. Pour in the liquid smoke and broth. Secure the lid and cook at high pressure for 60 minutes. Let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes before quick releasing the rest of the pressure.
- Slow Cooker Directions: place the seasoned pork roast in a 5- or 6-quart slow cooker and pour in the liquid smoke and 2 cups broth. Cook on low for 8-9 hours.
- For the BBQ sauce, combine all the ingredients in a medium saucepan and heat, stirring often, until simmering. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened. Season to taste with salt and pepper, if needed. The sauce can be made a week in advance and refrigerated. If refrigerated, heat before tossing with the pork.
- Shred the pork (I suggest draining some of the excess cooking liquid) and toss with the BBQ sauce. Serve on buns (shredded cabbage/coleslaw optional but delish). The pork (once tossed with the sauce) can be kept warm in the slow cooker or Instant Pot for several hours before serving.
Notes
- BBQ Sauce: choosing a BBQ sauce and balsamic vinegar that you like the taste of is key here. I either use my favorite homemade BBQ sauce or Sweet Baby Ray's brand, and my go-to balsamic vinegar is at Costco.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1 Serving
Calories
312kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
28g
(9%)
Protein
40g
(80%)
Fat
3g
(5%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
105mg
(35%)
Sodium
789mg
(33%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
25g
(50%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 105mg | 35% |
| Sodium | 789mg | 33% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
165 reviews
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