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Flavorful BBQ Pulled Pork Stuffed Sweet Potato with Easy Pickled Slaw

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A comforting and exciting meal combining smoky BBQ pulled pork stuffed into tender baked sweet potatoes, topped with a light, tangy pickled slaw. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds slow-cooked pulled pork (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (smoky, slightly sweet)
  • 4 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total)
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro or parsley, pickled jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Scrub sweet potatoes, pierce with a fork, and bake directly on oven rack or foil-lined baking sheet for 45-60 minutes until tender. Alternatively, microwave on high for 6-8 minutes, turning halfway.
  2. While potatoes bake, shred cabbage and carrots and place in a large bowl. Add sliced red onion if using.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until sugar dissolves. Pour dressing over veggies and toss well. Let sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Warm pulled pork in a skillet over medium heat with BBQ sauce, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes until heated through. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  5. When sweet potatoes are cool enough to handle, slice lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Fluff interior with a fork to create space.
  6. Spoon a generous amount of BBQ pulled pork into each sweet potato.
  7. Top with a generous scoop of pickled slaw. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and pickled jalapeños if desired.
  8. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Make the slaw a day ahead for deeper flavor and softer texture. Avoid overstuffing sweet potatoes to maintain balance. Use a smoky-sweet BBQ sauce you like. Thinly slice slaw ingredients for best texture. Warm pork gently to avoid drying out. For vegan version, substitute pulled pork with shredded jackfruit and use vegan BBQ sauce.

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Keywords: BBQ pulled pork, stuffed sweet potato, pickled slaw, easy dinner, comfort food, quick meal, leftover pulled pork, gluten-free, weeknight dinner

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