Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches

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These 3 Ingredient Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches are tender and juicy. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce and sides.

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I love root beer. It is my #1 most favorite drink of all time. Want proof? I’ve been collecting root beer of all different kinds since the 6th grade! Is that impressive or weird?

I originally got the idea to collect root beer from my Dad, who collects sand wherever he goes. It’s really amazing how different sand can look from different places of the world. The same goes for root beer.

People often ask me whether there is any difference between the different types of root beer I have tried. First let me ask you this – do you prefer Pepsi or Coke? If you think there is a difference between those two colas then trust me, the range of flavor for root beer is even greater.

I have had some root beers that are amazing and wish I had a secret life-time stash of, whereas others (although few) I would object to pouring them straight down the drain.

Despite my ridiculous love for root beer, I tend to prefer it in it’s natural state – I don’t like root beer floats or candy. But when I saw a recipe for this slow cooker BBQ root beer pulled pork, I knew I had to try it. Bonus points because it only requires 3 ingredients (plus the buns).

Although I could not really taste the root beer in the named root beer pulled pork, I know it had something to do with how moist, juicy and flavorful the pork turned out – and it was so easy!

What does root beer do to meat?

If you can’t taste it then what’s the point of using root beer? Fun fact: the acidity levels in root beer will tenderize most red meat and, in this case, pork.

I bet you could also make instant pot pulled pork with root beer as well. Whichever method you prefer, this root beer pulled pork is great served with roasted potato salad , apple slaw, or better yet root beer baked beans. Why not complete the meal with a slice of chocolate root beer bundt cake?

Want more ways to serve root beer pulled pork?

Try it in tacos, nachos, or burrito bowls.

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Source: Adapted slightly from The Girl Who Ate Everything.

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