Sugar-Free Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich

Indulge guilt-free with this Sugar-Free Pulled Pork Barbecue Sandwich, a deliciously wholesome take on a classic comfort food. Featuring tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder coated in a smoky, sugar-free barbecue sauce, this recipe brings bold flavors without added sugars. The tangy, creamy coleslaw made with sugar-free mayonnaise and a touch of apple cider vinegar provides the perfect crunchy contrast, making each bite irresistibly satisfying. Served on whole wheat hamburger buns, these sandwiches are not only refined-sugar-free but also packed with fiber and wholesome goodness. Ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or casual gatherings, this recipe is proof that healthy eating can still be full of flavor and comfort. Perfect for health-conscious barbecue lovers or those following a low-sugar or keto-friendly lifestyle, this dish is easy to prepare and utterly satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Pork shoulder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 cups Coleslaw mix
• 0.5 cup Sugar-free mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Celery seed
• 8 Whole wheat hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 3

Rub this spice mixture thoroughly onto the pork shoulder, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 4

Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and cover tightly with foil. Bake for about 4 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.

Step 5

While the pork is cooking, prepare the sugar-free barbecue sauce. In a saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar-free ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and red pepper flakes over medium heat.

Step 6

Stir the sauce ingredients occasionally, letting it simmer and thicken slightly for about 15 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, combine the shredded coleslaw mix with sugar-free mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and celery seed. Mix well and let it chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Step 8

Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the oven, and use two forks to shred it into pieces.

Step 9

Stir enough of the sugar-free barbecue sauce into the shredded pork to coat it generously.

Step 10

Split the whole wheat hamburger buns in half and toast lightly if desired.

Step 11

Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun.

Step 12

Top the pork with a spoonful of coleslaw mixture, then cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 13

Serve the sandwiches warm, along with any remaining coleslaw as a side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2935.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5231.9

Total Fat 264.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1240.0mg	0%
Sodium 8908.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.8g	0%
Total Sugars 44.6g
Protein 382.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1363.7mg	0%
Iron 36.1mg	0%
Potassium 7455.9mg	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: 47.4%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 22.1%