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BBQ Pulled Pork Banquet Burger Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. pork shoulder
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. brown sugar
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced pickles
- 1/4 cup coleslaw

Special equipment needed:
- Slow cooker

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Combine BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
2. Place pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the BBQ sauce mixture over it.
3. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and falls apart easily.
4. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
5. Toast the hamburger buns.
6. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on the bottom half of each bun.
7. Top the cheese with a generous amount of pulled pork.
8. Add sliced red onion, pickles, and coleslaw on top of the pulled pork.
9. Place the top half of the bun on the burger.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 8 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
Temperature:
Low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours
Serving size:
4 burgers

Nutritional information:
Calories: 580
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 125mg
Sodium: 1290mg
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 16g
Protein: 39g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pork shoulder can be substituted with beef chuck roast or chicken thighs.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
- Red onion and pickles can be substituted with any other toppings of your choice.
- Coleslaw can be substituted with lettuce or tomato.

Variations:
- Add bacon to the burger for extra flavor.
- Use a different BBQ sauce for a different flavor profile.
- Add jalapenos for a spicy kick.

Tips and tricks:
- Use a fork to shred the pork easily.
- Make the coleslaw ahead of time to save time.
- Use a brioche bun for a more indulgent burger.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the pulled pork in the microwave or on the stove until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the BBQ Pulled Pork Banquet Burger on a wooden board with a side of fries.

Garnishes:
Garnish the burger with a sprig of parsley or cilantro.

Pairings:
Pair the burger with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve the burger with a side of fries or potato salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pork is tough, it needs to cook longer.
- If the pork is dry, add more BBQ sauce.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F before consuming.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
BBQ Pulled Pork Banquet Burger is a classic American dish that originated in the Southern United States.

Flavor profiles:
The burger is sweet, tangy, and smoky.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the burger with a side of fries or potato salad.

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Taste: Tangy, Savory, Smoky, Spicy, Sweet