Hawaiian Barbecue Pork Sandwiches with Pineapple Salsa
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these Hawaiian Barbecue Pork Sandwiches with Pineapple Salsa! Tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder is infused with the sweet and tangy flavors of Hawaiian-style barbecue sauce, then piled high onto buttery, toasted sandwich buns. The star of the show? A vibrant pineapple salsa bursting with juicy pineapple, crisp red bell pepper, zesty lime juice, and fresh cilantro, lending a refreshing contrast to the rich, smoky meat. Perfect for summer gatherings, game days, or a flavorful weeknight dinner, this recipe is a delicious blend of juicy, savory, and tropical flavors that will leave everyone reaching for seconds. Ready in a slow cooker with minimal prep time, it’s a stress-free way to bring island-inspired cuisine to your table!
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Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 2 cups Hawaiian-style barbecue sauce
- 1 medium (diced) pineapple
- 1 small (diced) red bell pepper
- 0.5 small (finely chopped) red onion
- 2 tbsp (chopped) cilantro
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 8 pieces sandwich buns
- 2 tbsp (melted) butter
Directions
Step 1
Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour 1 1/2 cups of the Hawaiian-style barbecue sauce over it, ensuring the pork is evenly coated.
Step 2
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Step 3
While the pork cooks, prepare the pineapple salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
Step 4
Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the pineapple mixture. Stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 5
Once the pork is fully cooked, transfer it to a cutting board and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce. Mix well and keep warm.
Step 6
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Brush the insides of the sandwich buns with melted butter and toast them until golden brown.
Step 7
Assemble the sandwiches: spoon a generous amount of the barbecue pork onto the bottom half of each bun, then top with a heaping spoonful of pineapple salsa. Cover with the top half of the bun.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical flavors of these Hawaiian Barbecue Pork Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3309.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5440.3 |
| Total Fat 192.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 69.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1266.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9651.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 516.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 301.3g | |
| Protein 351.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 4.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 919.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7083.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories