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Healthier BBQ Pork for Sandwiches

Healthier BBQ Pork for Sandwiches features succulent, slow-cooked shredded pork brightened with sweet carrots and a lighter touch of mesquite and barbecue sauces. The result is tender, smoky, and slightly tangy meat that’s perfect for piling high on buns for casual lunches or crowd-pleasing dinners. It’s a leaner take on a classic pulled pork sandwich without sacrificing flavor.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook4 hrs 30 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Healthier BBQ Pork for Sandwiches
  1. 1

    Pour the beef broth into the slow cooker and add the pork ribs. Cook on High until the meat shreds easily, about 4 hours. Remove the meat and shred it with two forks.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Move the shredded pork to a Dutch oven or skillet and stir in the carrots, barbecue sauce, and mesquite sauce.

  3. 3

    Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 30 minutes.