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Mild
Total time
~20 min
est., not stated in the video: the video's own timeline: 18 min from the first to the last step on screen, plus finishing
Serves
~9
est., not stated in the video: average of rules (12: 2054 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (6)
Cost
~$4.22*
per serving, Ontario (~4 portions assumed)save ~$11.78* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
29
Ingredients
May contain gluten, dairy, egg
Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.
The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.
Ontario grocery estimate*
~$16.87*for the batch in the video
~$4.22*per serving
You save about ~$11.78* per serving (74% less*) than ordering it out — ~$47.13* for ~4 portions.
Cook it~$4.22*
Order out~$16*
Order out = a typical Ontario pulled pork sandwich, before delivery fees, tax and tip.
7 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 11 predicted from typical costs · not priced: boneless pork shoulder
* Estimate, not a quote: 11 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 4 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario pulled pork sandwich at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.
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Nutrition & health
Nutrition per serving747 kcal · 37% of 2,000
Nutrient
Amount
Daily value
Fat
53 g
68%
Saturated fat
15 g
75%
Sodium
1,305 mg
57%
Carbohydrate
27 g
10%
Fiber
3.2 g
11%
Total sugars
15 g
no daily value
Added sugars
9.2 g
18%
Protein
39 g
78%
Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.
Health indexMiddle of the road
Starting point60
Protein+20 of 20
Fiber+6 of 20
Saturated fat−20 of 20
Sodium−15 of 20
Added sugars (estimate)−5 of 20
RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice
From 27 of 27 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 9 servings (estimated: average of rules (12: 2054 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving) and model check (6)). Typical amounts assumed for buttermilk, dry mustard, ground cumin, chipotle chili powder, kosher salt, neutral oil and 9 more, because the video doesn’t say how much. Not counted because the video gives no amount: black pepper. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.
Equipment
cutting board
chef's knife
mixing bowl
pressure cooker
skillet
spider strainer
paper towels
What the video didn’t say
Exact amounts for dry mustard, cumin, chipotle chili powder, kosher salt, and pepper in the rub are not stated.
Exact amounts for mayonnaise, celery salt, pepper, hot sauce, and apple cider vinegar in the coleslaw are not stated.
Exact frying time and oil temperature for the onions are estimated.
Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-02. Thumbnail and video are SAM THE COOKING GUY’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.
Everything you need to know about BBQ pulled pork sandwich
What makes SAM THE COOKING GUY's BBQ pulled pork sandwich recipe and technique special?
SAM THE COOKING GUY's take on BBQ pulled pork sandwich focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing North American flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.
How much does it cost to make BBQ pulled pork sandwich at Ontario grocery prices?
Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this BBQ pulled pork sandwich recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.
Can I make BBQ pulled pork sandwich ahead of time or store leftovers?
Yes. Leftover BBQ pulled pork sandwich can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.
What substitutions can I make in SAM THE COOKING GUY's BBQ pulled pork sandwich?
This recipe utilizes approximately 29 ingredients across 12 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.
Where can I watch the video tutorial for BBQ pulled pork sandwich?
The official cooking video by SAM THE COOKING GUY is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.