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Eastern Carolina Chopped Pork Sandwich

A quick take on the classic Eastern Carolina pulled pork sandwich, featuring tangy vinegar-marinated pork piled high on a soft bun with creamy coleslaw. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
22g
Eastern Carolina Chopped Pork Sandwich
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes until the sugar dissolves.

  2. Step 2

    In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the 2 cups pulled pork with the vinegar mixture, stirring occasionally, until the pork is hot and the liquid is mostly absorbed, about 5 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    In a separate bowl, toss the 2 cups coleslaw mix with 2 tbsp of the hot pork liquid (or a splash of vinegar) to lightly wilt it.

  4. Step 4

    Pile the hot pork onto the 4 hamburger buns, top with the coleslaw, and serve immediately.

  5. Step 5

    Optional: add a drizzle of extra vinegar sauce or a sprinkle of black pepper for more tang.

Tools you’ll need

  • small bowl
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

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