Slow-Cooked Barbecued Pork on Buns

Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Slow-Cooked Barbecued Pork on Buns
500 min.
18
311kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your next gathering with a dish that’s sure to impress? Look no further than this Slow-Cooked Barbecued Pork on Buns! Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a casual family get-together or a lively backyard barbecue, this recipe is designed to please a crowd of 18 hungry guests.

Imagine the tantalizing aroma wafting through your home as the pork roasts slowly in the slow cooker, absorbing all the rich flavors of the barbecue sauce and spices. The combination of tender, juicy pork with a hint of sweetness from brown sugar and a kick from cayenne pepper creates a mouthwatering experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only is this dish dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences, but it also offers a delightful balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Each serving is packed with flavor and comes in at just 311 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Serve the succulent pork on soft sandwich buns, and watch as your guests savor every bite. This recipe is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings people together around the table. So grab your slow cooker and get ready to impress with this deliciously easy and satisfying dish!

Ingredients

  • lb pork loin boneless trimmed of fat cut into thin strips
  • 0.8 cup onion chopped (1 large)
  • 0.3 cup cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • teaspoons ground mustard 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 1.5 cups catsup 
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 
  • 18  sandwich rolls split

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except buns.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours.
  3. Spoon about 1/3 cup pork mixture into each bun.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein29.84%
Fat16.5%
Carbs53.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.56
Glycemic Load
0.14
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
14.917826051297%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.53mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.86kcal
15.54%
Fat:5.63g
8.67%
Saturated Fat:1.3g
8.13%
Carbohydrates:41.23g
13.74%
Net Carbohydrates:39.69g
14.43%
Sugar:8.72g
9.69%
Cholesterol:47.63mg
15.88%
Sodium:619.02mg
26.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.93g
45.85%
Selenium:43.97µg
62.82%
Vitamin B1:0.62mg
41.07%
Vitamin B3:7.08mg
35.42%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.69%
Phosphorus:237.81mg
23.78%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.84%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.27%
Folate:57.81µg
14.45%
Iron:2.52mg
13.99%
Zinc:1.96mg
13.09%
Potassium:432.17mg
12.35%
Magnesium:39.78mg
9.95%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.21%
Copper:0.16mg
8.21%
Calcium:67.76mg
6.78%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.43%
Fiber:1.54g
6.16%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.35%
Vitamin A:115.85IU
2.32%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.02%
Vitamin C:1.6mg
1.94%