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Juicy tender pork fried to perfection. Top with a life changing creamy delicious cilantro garlic sauce. Also learn how to make the best all purpose marinade that will take every meal to the next level. This crispy pork sandwich is perfectly balance from the first bite to the last. 

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Crispy Pork Sandwich

Juicy tender pork fried to perfection. Top with a life changing creamy delicious cilantro garlic sauce. Also learn how to make the best all purpose marinade that will take every meal to the next level. This crispy pork sandwich is perfectly balance from the first bite to the last.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: sandwiches
Cuisine: American, Caribbean
Keyword: Crispy pork
Servings: 6
Author: kingcooks

Equipment

  • Instant Pot (Optional)

Ingredients

  • 4-5 lbs pork butt cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 6 brioche burger buns
  • Water
  • Oil for frying

Epis (Green Seasoning)

  • 1 cup Parsley
  • 1/2 cup Green onion
  • 1/2 cup Bell peppers red and/or green
  • 1/4 cup Thyme fresh if possible
  • 4 Garlic cloves
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 tsp Chicken bouillon
  • 1 tsp Cloves

Cilantro Garlic Sauce

  • 1 cup mayo
  • 1/2 sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cilantro fresh
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sugar

Pickled Onions

  • 1 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp sugar

Instructions

Epis (Green Seasoning)

  • In a blender or food processor add all ingredients listed under Epis (Green Seasoning), and mix until incorporated. Once smooth, set aside.
  • Tip: any marinade that’s unused can be divided and frozen for 6 months.

Cilantro Garlic Sauce

  • In a blender or food processor add all ingredients listed under Cilantro Garlic Sauce and blend until smooth and fully incorporated. Set aside.
  • In a bowl add the pork pieces and season with salt and 1 cup of the epis (green seasoning). Mix throughly and all to marinate for at least 2 hours. For best results prepare the night before.

Pickled Onions

  • In a bowl add all ingredients listed under Pickled Onions and give it a good mix. Cover and place in the fridge until ready to use.

Pressure Cooker (Instant Pot) Instructions

  • Once Marinated, transfer to your instant pot and add just enough water to cover.
  • Cover, close the vent and set to high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Once timer is up, you can do a natural release or do a quick steam release. Approach with caution if doing the quick steam release, it will be extremely hot.
  • Once cooked, remove from liquid and transfer to a cooling rack.

Stove Top Instructions

  • Place the marinaded pork into a deep pot over medium heat and add enough water to cover.
  • Cover with lid and allow to cook until the pieces are fork tender. 45-50 minutes.
  • Once cooked, remove from liquid and transfer to a cooling rack.
  • Once slightly cooled, heat up the cooking oil to 350F and fry the cooked pork pieces until golden brown.

Assemble

  • To the toasted bottom bun add a layer of cilantro garlic sauce, then a few pieces of the fried pork. Top with more sauce, some of the pickled onion and the top bun.
  • Enjoy!

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