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Mexican Pulled Pork Sandwich

Mexican Pulled Pork Sandwich

This delightful Mexican Pulled Pork Sandwich is perfect for a hearty meal with vibrant flavors. Enjoy the blend of tender pork and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Soaking Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 670
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pulled Pork
  • 2-3 lb pork shoulder
  • 5-6 g dried guajillo/ancho chiles Remove stems and seeds
  • 3 cloves garlic Peeled
  • 0.5 g onion Chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin Ground
  • 1 tsp oregano Dried
  • 1 cup broth Chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp salt To taste
  • 1 tsp pepper To taste
Sandwich Assembly
  • 4 rolls crusty rolls Toasted
  • 1 cup refried beans Warm
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Such as cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 g avocado Sliced
  • 1 g lettuce Shredded
  • 1 g tomato Sliced
  • 1 g red onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 g jalapeños Sliced

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Soak dried chiles in hot water for 15 minutes. Blend with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, broth, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place pork in a baking dish and coat generously with the chile sauce.
  3. Cover and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 3–4 hours, until very tender.
  4. Shred the pork and mix with some of the cooking sauce.
  5. Spread refried beans on toasted rolls. Add pulled pork, cheese, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, and jalapeños.
  6. Top with the other half of the roll and serve hot!

Notes

For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Serve with a side of coleslaw or fries for a complete meal.