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Barbecued Pork Sandwiches with Pickled Red Onion

These smoky barbecued pork sandwiches offer a sophisticated twist on the classic summer cookout. By using lean pork tenderloin seasoned with fragrant Spanish pimentón and black pepper, you create a succulent, high-protein filling that feels far more refined than standard pulled pork. The dish is defined by its vibrant contrasts, pairing the warm, savoury meat with the crunch of quick-pickled red onions and a bright citrus vinaigrette that cuts beautifully through the smoky notes.

Ideal for casual weekend entertaining or a hearty family dinner, this recipe is designed for convenience with several components that can be prepared a day in advance. Serving the pork in toasted onion rolls adds another layer of savoury depth, making it a satisfying meal that fits perfectly into a balanced, active lifestyle. For a complete garden feast, serve alongside a crisp green salad or some grilled corn on the cob.

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Ingredients for Barbecued Pork Sandwiches with Pickled Red Onion

  • 1 red onion, halved, thinly sliced

  • 350ml boiling water

  • 240ml plus 2 tablespoons orange juice

  • 6 tablespoons distilled white vinegar

  • 1/2 teaspoons (scant) salt

  • 1 garlic clove, peeled

  • 1/2 teaspoons smoked salt or coarse kosher salt

  • 45ml purchased tomato-based barbecue sauce

  • 2 tablespoons orange juice

  • 2 matskedar färsk limejuice

  • 120ml olivolja

  • 1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon smoked Spanish paprika (Pimentón de La Vera)*

  • 1 teaspoon smoked salt or coarse kosher salt

  • 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins

  • Nonstick vegetable oil spray

  • 6 large onion rolls, split, toasted

  • *Available at some supermarkets and specialty foods stores, and from tienda.com.

Place sliced onion in medium bowl. Pour boiling water over. Let stand 10 minutes; drain well, then return to bowl. Add juice, vinegar, and salt and stir to blend. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.

Chop garlic with salt to paste; scrape into small bowl. Add barbecue sauce, orange juice, and lime juice to bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season vinaigrette to taste with pepper. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.

Blend pepper, smoked paprika, and salt in small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mix evenly over both tenderloins. Let stand at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.

Spray grill rack with nonstick spray. Prepare barbecue (high heat). Grill tenderloins uncovered 5 minutes, rolling over to sear all sides. Cover grill and continue to cook until thermometer inserted into thickest part registers 63°C, turning often and moving to cooler part of grill as needed, about 15 minutes longer. Transfer to cutting board; let rest 10 minutes.

Thinly slice tenderloins crosswise into rounds. Mound pork on roll bottoms. Top with well-drained onion slices, then drizzle with vinaigrette. Cover with roll tops and serve, passing extra onion slices and vinaigrette separately.

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