Gluten-Free Pulled Pork Burger

Get ready to savor the ultimate comfort food with this Gluten-Free Pulled Pork Burger recipe! Perfectly seasoned and slow-cooked to tender perfection, the pulled pork is infused with smoky, tangy flavors thanks to a rich blend of spices, apple cider vinegar, and gluten-free BBQ sauce. Topped with a refreshingly crisp red cabbage and carrot slaw dressed with a zesty lime and honey mayo, this burger strikes the perfect balance between savory and fresh. Served on fluffy gluten-free hamburger buns, it's a mouthwatering feast that's safe for those avoiding gluten. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving a hearty dinner, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Gluten-free BBQ sauce
• 4 pieces Gluten-free hamburger buns
• 1 cup Red cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup Carrot, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt, for slaw
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, for slaw

Directions

Step 1

1. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to create a dry rub.

Step 2

2. Rub the spice mixture over the pork shoulder ensuring even coverage.

Step 3

3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned (about 8 minutes).

Step 4

4. Place the seared pork into a slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and gluten-free BBQ sauce.

Step 5

5. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 6

6. Once cooked, remove the pork shoulder from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks.

Step 7

7. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix thoroughly with the sauce.

Step 8

8. For the slaw, combine shredded red cabbage, shredded carrot, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix until well combined.

Step 9

9. To assemble the burgers: toast the gluten-free buns lightly in a toaster or skillet.

Step 10

10. Place a generous amount of pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun.

Step 11

11. Top with a heap of prepared slaw.

Step 12

12. Close the burgers with the top half of the buns and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2084.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3955.1

Total Fat 170.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 830.5mg	0%
Sodium 7363.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 344.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 151.7g
Protein 234.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 468.6mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 4672.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.8%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 35.8%