Best 10 Pressure Cooker Italian Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipes

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Cooking a delicious pulled pork dish doesn't have to be a time-consuming process. With the convenience of a pressure cooker, you can have tender, juicy Italian-style pulled pork ready to enjoy in a fraction of the time. This article will guide you through the steps of creating mouthwatering pressure cooker Italian pulled pork sandwiches, from selecting the right cut of meat to choosing the perfect seasonings and finishing with a flavorful sauce. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make yet incredibly tasty dish that's perfect for any occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ITALIAN PULLED PORK SANDWICHES



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Enjoy all the flavors of Italian sausage sandwiches with this healthier alternative. -Lia Dellario, Middleport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon fennel seed, crushed
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium green or sweet red peppers, thinly sliced
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
12 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the fennel seed, steak seasoning and cayenne if desired. Cut roast in half. Rub seasoning mixture over pork. In a large skillet, brown roast in oil on all sides. Place in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the peppers, onions and tomatoes; cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat is tender., Remove roast; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred pork with 2 forks and return to slow cooker; heat through. Using a slotted spoon, place 1/2 cup meat mixture on each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PRESSURE-COOKER ITALIAN PULLED PORK SANDWICHES



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Enjoy all the flavors of Italian sausage sandwiches with this healthier alternative. -Lia Dellario, Middleport, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon fennel seed, crushed
1 tablespoon steak seasoning
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium green or sweet red peppers, thinly sliced
2 medium onions, thinly sliced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup water
12 whole wheat hamburger buns, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine fennel seed, steak seasoning and cayenne if desired. Cut roast in half. Rub seasoning mixture over pork. Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Adjust for medium heat; add oil. When oil is hot, brown a roast half on all sides. Remove; repeat with remaining pork. Press cancel., Return all to pressure cooker. Add peppers, onions, tomatoes and water. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 45 minutes. Let pressure release naturally. A thermometer inserted in pork should read at least 145°., Remove roast; shred with two forks. Strain cooking juices; skim fat. Return cooking juices, vegetables and pork to pressure cooker; heat through. Using a slotted spoon, serve pork mixture on buns. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture and juices in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 483mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ITALIAN PORK SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 teaspoons ground fennel
4 teaspoons dried rosemary
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Two 1-pound pork tenderloins
6 tablespoons olive oil
6 ciabatta rolls
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 lemon, zested
5 cups arugula
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
3 jarred roasted red bell peppers, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the fennel, rosemary, oregano, garlic salt, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and a generous amount of pepper in a small bowl.
  • Slice the pork tenderloins in half crosswise and rub evenly with the spice mixture. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over a medium-high heat. Add the pork and sear, turning, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Place the skillet in the oven and bake until the pork is cooked through and a thermometer inserted in the middle registers 140 degrees F, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • To toast the ciabatta rolls, place a dry skillet on a medium heat until it is hot, about 5 minutes. Slice the rolls in half and place the rolls in the skillet cut-side down until they are toasted how you like them, 15 to 30 seconds. Set aside.
  • Remove the pork to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to your desired thickness.
  • Grate the garlic clove and combine it with the mayonnaise and lemon zest in a small bowl. Season with black pepper.
  • Add the arugula to a bowl, then drizzle over the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and the balsamic vinegar and toss to combine.
  • Generously spread the garlic mayonnaise on the tops and bottoms of the rolls. Place some pork slices on the bottom halves, then add slices of roasted red pepper and a generous amount of the arugula. Place the other halves of the rolls on top and serve.

PRESSURE COOKER PULLED PORK SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h45m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/4 cup olive oil
One 5-pound pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
5 cloves garlic, peeled
1 large onion, quartered
3 cups chicken stock
1 1/2 cups bottled barbecue sauce, such as Head Country
24 soft hamburger buns
Pickled Jalapenos and Onions, recipe follows
3 jalapenos, sliced
1 large red onion, sliced into half-moons
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat an electric pressure cooker on the saute mode. When hot, add half of the olive oil. Add half of the pork along with half of the salt, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder. Saute until the meat is very crisp and brown, about 10 minutes. Set the meat aside on a plate. Add the remaining olive oil, meat, salt, chili powder, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder and cook until the meat is crisp and brown, another 10 minutes.
  • Add the first half of the meat back to the pressure cooker. Add the garlic and onions and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock. Follow the manufacturer's guide for locking the lid and preparing to cook. Set to pressure cook on manual for 40 minutes.
  • After the pressure-cook cycle is complete, follow the manufacturer's guide for natural release. After 15 minutes, release the rest of the steam using quick release.
  • Remove the lid from the pressure cooker. Remove the pork and onions to a baking sheet. Shred the pork with 2 forks, pour over the barbecue sauce and toss to coat. Serve with the buns and Pickled Jalapenos and Onions.
  • If not serving right away, transfer to a 9-by-13-inch disposable aluminum pan, cover with foil and keep warm in the oven at 300 degrees F until ready to serve.
  • Put the jalapenos and red onions in a 16-ounce wide-mouth mason jar.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, sugar, salt and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Pour the hot liquid over the veggies in the jar, screw on the lid and set aside. When it has cooled to room temperature, transfer the jar to the fridge to chill for a minimum of an hour, which will allow the vegetables to pickle. The pickles will last in the fridge for 3 days. Serve them on pulled pork sandwiches.

INSTANT POT ROOT BEER PULLED PORK SANDWICHES RECIPE



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Sweet, spicy, and a little tangy - only 3 ingredients needed for these Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 pound pork roast
12 ounces root beer
18 ounces BBQ sauce ((we love Famous Dave's BBQ Rich 'n' Sassy sauce))
8 hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Place pork roast in the bottom of the Instant Pot.
  • Pour root beer on top of roast.
  • Place the lid on top of the Instant Pot and move the valve to SEALING. Press the MANUAL (PRESSURE COOK) button and set timer for 60 minutes (or 20 minutes per pound, depending on the size of your roast).
  • When the timer is done, let the pressure do a NATURAL RELEASE (it will take at least 20 minutes, but I even prefer to let the roast sit in there for a couple hours to make sure it is super tender).
  • Remove the lid and shred the roast with 2 forks.
  • Drain the root beer out of the Instant Pot and place the shredded roast back inside. Stir in the bottle of BBQ sauce.
  • Place meat on hamburger buns or rolls and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 959 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 28 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VALERIO'S PULLED PORK SANDWICH



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This is a very messy but delicious sandwich with lots of BBQ sauce.

Provided by valerio

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 8h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 29

2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons paprika
1 (3 1/2) pound pork butt roast with bone
4 cups beef stock
½ cup hot sauce
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon molasses
1 tablespoon maple syrup
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups ketchup
½ cup honey
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
5 tablespoons cider vinegar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 Kaiser rolls, split

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar, garlic powder, 2 tablespoons black pepper, red pepper flakes, 2 tablespoons salt, and paprika in a bowl. Rub the spice mixture over pork butt, cover, and refrigerate 5 hours or overnight.
  • Pour beef stock and 1/2 cup hot sauce in a pressure cooker. Stir in 3 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon molasses, maple syrup, and 4 crushed garlic cloves. Place the pork butt in the pressure cooker, seal the lid, and bring up to low pressure over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, maintaining low pressure, and cook for 2 hours.
  • While the pork is cooking, make the coleslaw. Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, white vinegar, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper in a bowl. Add the coleslaw mix and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Turn off the heat and let the pressure reduce naturally; remove the lid and let the pork rest for 5 minutes. The meat should shred easily with a fork; if it doesn't fall off the bone, reseal the lid, turn on the heat, return the pressure cooker to low pressure, and cook for another 30 minutes.
  • Remove meat from the pressure cooker, reserving 1/4 cup cooking liquid. Shred the meat using two forks and set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 5 cloves of garlic; cook and stir until the garlic is fragrant and just starting to turn brown, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ketchup, 1/2 cup honey, 2 tablespoons hot sauce, 2 tablespoons molasses, cider vinegar, and reserved cooking liquid. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Fill each Kaiser roll with two big forkfuls of pork, two tablespoons of barbeque sauce, and 2 spoonfuls of coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 873.8 calories, Carbohydrate 87.5 g, Cholesterol 93.2 mg, Fat 46.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 29.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 3491.7 mg, Sugar 50 g

TONY LUKE'S ITALIAN ROAST PORK SANDWICH (THE REAL DEAL)



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Make and share this Tony Luke's Italian Roast Pork Sandwich (The Real Deal) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (2 1/2 lb) pork shoulder
3 tablespoons garlic (chopped)
2 1/2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
3 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb broccoli rabe (aka rapini)
salt
3 quarts water
1/4 cup olive oil
2 -3 garlic cloves, chopped
salt
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
crusty Italian roll (football shaped)
1/2 lb sliced sharp provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Turn crock pot on high setting.
  • If the roast comes in elastic-y netting remove the netting, but keep it intact, you'll be stuffing it back in later.
  • Mix the next 6 ingredients in a bowl.
  • Spread the pork roast out on a clean surface.
  • If there are any large thick sections of meat, score them with a knife.
  • Rub 3/4 of the mixture over all exposed surfaces.
  • Roll the roast back up and place back in netting.
  • (Or truss with kitchen twine if no netting was provided) Rub the remaining mixture on the outside of the roast.
  • Place the roast in the crock pot and cook at high for 20 minutes.
  • Turn down to low and cook at least 3 hours longer or until the pork is falling apart.
  • Remove pork from truss or netting and shred into large chunks, removing any large pieces of fat that may be left.
  • Return to juices which have accumulated in the crock pot.
  • For the broccoli rabe: Wash thoroughly and cut about 1/2 inch off the bottom of the stems.
  • Cut the florets off the top and set aside.
  • Bring 3qts salted water to a rolling boil.
  • Add broccoli rabe leaves and stems and cook about 1&1/2 minutes then add the florets and cook until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove broccoli from boiling water and drain, but reserve about 1/4- 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • In a deep frying pan (which is cold) begin heat olive oil, red pepper flakes and garlic together over medium heat.
  • Once the garlic begins to sauté, begin to time about two minutes (till very lightly browned) add drained broccoli.
  • Sauté the broccoli rabe about 3-5 minutes longer and then add the cooking liquid from the pot.
  • (This should look a little soupy).
  • Assemble: Toast sliced roll if desired.
  • Add provo to roll before hot meat. then the cheese can melt. After that top with broccoli rabe generously. manja!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.5, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 19.9, Cholesterol 160.4, Sodium 1659.9, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.6, Protein 45

PULLED PORK SANDWICHES - PRESSURE COOKER



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I adapted this slightly from a recipe in "Pressure Cooking!" by Connie Neckels. The instructions are written for use with an electric pressure cooker.

Provided by lilchris

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs pork tenderloin
2 cups beef broth
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon spicy mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
6 large sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Place pork in the cooking pot and set to "Brown." Saute the pork, turning until the pork is browned on all sides.
  • Add the beef broth, water, salt, pepper, and onions, and set to high pressure (80kpa). Cook for 45 minutes. Use quick-release method to release the pressure.
  • Remove lid and check that the internal temperature of the pork is 170-175 degrees F. If not, bring to high pressure again and cook an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • Remove pork and pull apart into shreds, using two forks. Discard remaining liquid from pot.
  • Place the tomato sauce, mustard, brown sugar, and worcestershire in cooking pot and set to "Brown." Stir and cook 4-5 minutes or until warmed throughout and sugar is melted. Add pork, mix with sauce and heat through.
  • Spoon pork and sauce onto sandwich buns and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 100, Sodium 1110.3, Carbohydrate 12.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 8.6, Protein 33

PRESSURE COOKER BBQ PULLED PORK



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A pressure cooker provides a nifty shortcut to perfect pulled pork. This recipe calls for braising the meat in a dark soda like Dr Pepper or Coca-Cola, and the results are lush and tender - savory, slightly sweet and tangy. Once the pork is done, you can customize it to your taste using your favorite barbecue and hot sauces. Adding lots of black pepper and a few dashes of Southern-style hot sauce, like Crystal, Louisiana or Tabasco, is a very good idea. Like many braises, the pork improves overnight and can be cooked up to three days in advance; shred and warm it gently on the stovetop before tossing it with sauce and serving. The pork makes satisfying sandwiches on soft rolls (try coleslaw as a topping), but it could also be used in tacos or served over grits. (You can find the slow-cooker version of this recipe here.)

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, lunch, meat, main course

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons hot or sweet smoked paprika
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
3 to 4 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of skin and excess fat and cut into 4 large chunks
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 (12-ounce) can dark soda, like Dr Pepper, root beer, cola or birch beer
1/2 to 1 1/2 cups homemade or store-bought barbecue sauce
Hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix the garlic and onion powders, smoked paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the pork and turn to coat in the spice mix. Put the oil in a 6- or 8-quart electric pressure cooker and turn on the sauté setting to warm the oil. (Use the "normal" heat setting if your pressure cooker has that option.) Working in batches, add the pork and brown on two sides, about 2 minutes per side. If the bottom of the pan gets too dark or you get a "hot" or "burn" warning, turn the heat down to "less," if your pot has that option, or turn it off entirely and allow the pork to continue searing. Turn it back on if the pot cools too much.
  • Add the onion to the pot. Add the soda and stir to thoroughly scrape up the browned bits at the bottom of the pot. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for one hour. Turn off the pressure cooker and allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes. Open the lid. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the pork and onion bits to a large serving bowl. Using two forks, coarsely shred the meat. Add 1/2 cup barbecue sauce and a few spoonfuls of the cooking liquid to moisten. (Discard remaining cooking liquid.) Taste and add salt, pepper, hot sauce, and more barbecue sauce as you like. Serve with soft rolls and extra sauce on the side.

INSTANT POT® PULLED PORK SANDWICHES



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Try the most delicious, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork sandwiches, made easily and without hassle in your Instant Pot®--an absolute family favorite!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     BBQ Sauce Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 ½ teaspoons firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ½ cups barbeque sauce
1 cup water
2 (12 count) packages Hawaiian bread rolls (such as King's®)

Steps:

  • Whisk smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add pork and toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat oil and cook pork in batches until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in barbeque sauce and water. Close and lock the lid; select Manual function and set timer for 60 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove lid; transfer pork to a separate plate. Reselect Saute function and simmer sauce until thickened, about 10 minutes. Shred pork with 2 two forks; mix with sauce.
  • Slice bread rolls in half and fill with pulled pork; cover with tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 987 calories, Carbohydrate 144.4 g, Cholesterol 159.1 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 55.6 g, SaturatedFat 13.2 g, Sodium 1473 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

Tips:

  • When choosing pork shoulder, look for a piece that is well-marbled with a good amount of fat. This will help the pork stay moist and flavorful during cooking.
  • Be sure to season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper before cooking. This will help to enhance the flavor of the meat.
  • If you don't have a pressure cooker, you can also cook the pork shoulder in a slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours.
  • For a more flavorful pulled pork, add a mixture of herbs and spices to the pressure cooker along with the pork. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, and chili powder.
  • Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks. You can then serve it on buns or rolls with your favorite toppings, such as barbecue sauce, coleslaw, and pickles.

Conclusion:

Pressure cooker Italian pulled pork sandwiches are a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. The pork is cooked until it is fall-apart tender and is then shredded and served on buns or rolls with your favorite toppings. With a little planning, you can have this meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give pressure cooker Italian pulled pork sandwiches a try.

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