Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger

Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger

Healthy Fact of the Day

Slow cooking pork shoulder breaks down tough connective tissue into collagen while allowing excess fat to render away. The apple cider adds natural sweetness and vitamin C without the need for heavy sauces.
Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger

Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger

Recipe by Daily Disher

Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger features slow-cooked pork shoulder in apple cider and spices, piled on toasted brioche buns with melted cheddar cheese and fresh coleslaw.

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 4 votes
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

8

hours 
Calories

600

kcal

8

hours 

20

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 3 pounds pork shoulder

    • 2 cups apple cider

    • 1/4 cup brown sugar

    • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

    • 6 buns brioche buns

    • 6 slices cheddar cheese

    • 2 cups coleslaw

    Directions

    • Combine apple cider, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir well to create a marinade.
    • Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the marinade over it. Ensure the pork is well coated in the marinade.
    • Cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.
    • Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker to soak up the juices.
    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the brioche buns on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for about 5 minutes until warm.
    • Assemble the burgers by adding a slice of cheddar cheese, a generous amount of pulled pork, and a scoop of coleslaw onto each toasted bun.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 600kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    This Apple Cider Pulled Pork Harvest Burger captures the essence of fall in every bite, with tender pork shoulder that’s been slow-cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy apple cider marinade. The combination of brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard creates a complex flavor profile that’s both comforting and sophisticated, while smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky depth. Piled high on buttery brioche buns with melted cheddar cheese and crisp, tangy coleslaw, these burgers deliver the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and fresh that makes autumn eating so special.

    5.0 from 4 votes

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