BBQ season is all about bold flavours, simple cooking, and dishes that keep customers and guests coming back for more, and these Honey BBQ Pulled Pork Burgers deliver on all fronts.
Slow-cooked until perfectly tender, then coated in a rich, sweet honey BBQ glaze, this recipe transforms a classic pork shoulder into a standout BBQ favourite. Served in soft brioche burgers and finished with your choice of toppings, it’s the perfect balance of comfort food and premium flavour.
Making time: 4-6 hours
Serves: 4-6 people
Ingredients:
- 1.5-2kg Pork shoulder (boneless)
- 2tbsp BBQ seasoning
- 1tbsp Smoked Paprika
- 1tbsp Brown sugar
- 1tsp Black pepper
- 1tsp Garlic granules
- 250ml Apple juice or cider
- 150g MRC Honey BBQ Glaze
- 4-6 Brioche Burgers
Method:
- Pat the pork dry and coat evenly with BBQ seasoning, paprika, brown sugar, garlic granules, and black pepper
- Place into a slow cooker or covered roasting tray. Add apple juice or cider to keep the meat tender
- Slow cooker: 6 hours on low
- Oven: 140°C for 4–5 hours
- Cook until the pork easily pulls apart
- Remove from heat and shred using two forks. Keep a small amount of cooking juices for added flavour
- Mix through the Honey BBQ Glaze, ensuring the pork is fully coated in a rich, sticky finish
- Use approx. 100–120g glaze per 1kg of meat
- Heat for an extra 10–15 minutes to lightly caramelise
- Lightly toast the brioche buns and fill generously with the glazed pulled pork