Mini Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Ingredients:
- Pork
- 1 onion , chopped
- 6 cloves garlic , peeled
- 1 jalapeño pepper , seeded and chopped
- 3/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 4 pounds pork shoulder roast , trimmed of excess fat
- 1 quart water
- Rolls
- 12 frozen bread dough rolls , thawed according to package directions
- Non-stick vegetable cooking spray
- 1 egg , lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Pickles (optional)
Makes:
About 12 mini sandwiches.
Tools:
- Food Processor
- Easy-Add 12-Cavity Whoopie Pie Pan Add to shopping list 12-Cavity Whoopie Pie Pan
- Plastic wrap
- Knife
Instructions:
Step 1
For PorkIn bowl of food processor, combine all ingredients except pork and water; process until smooth. Pour over pork shoulder, turning to coat on all sides. Marinate at least 3 hours or overnight.
In large pot, mix pork, marinade and water. Bring to simmer over low heat. Cook covered 2-1/2 to 3 hours or until pork pulls apart easily with a fork, turning meat every half hour. Remove pork from pot; shred. Meanwhile, over high heat, reduce sauce by 2/3 or until slightly thickened. Pour over shredded pork and toss to coat.
Step 2
For BreadPreheat oven to 350°F. Prepare Whoopie Pie Pan with vegetable cooking spray. Place one thawed roll in each cavity; spray lightly with cooking spray and cover with plastic wrap. Let sit in a warm area 30 minutes or until doubled in size. Press down dough lightly to fill whoopie pie cavity. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake 15-18 minutes or until light golden brown.
Step 3
Cut rolls in half. Fill with pork mixture and serve.
