Smoky Memphis Barbecue Pulled Pork Tacos

Smoky Memphis Barbecue Pulled Pork Tacos - A delicious and easy tailgate game day lunch recipe inspired by the famous Memphis barbecue style, featuring tender pulled pork in a tangy sauce served in tacos with coleslaw, pickled jalapeños, and blue cheese.

Time: Prep time: 10 minutes - Cook time: 6 hours - Total time: 6 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 2 (easily scalable)

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American, Barbecue

Allergens

Wheat (in flour tortillas)

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
1 cup Memphis dry rub
1 cup barbecue sauce
6 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded coleslaw
1 cup pickled jalapeños
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

Evenly coat the pork shoulder with the Memphis dry rub, making sure to cover all surfaces.
Wrap the seasoned pork in foil and place it on a preheated grill or smoker set to 250°F. Cook for 6 hours, until tender.
Once the pork is cooked through, carefully remove it from the foil and shred using two forks.
Combine the shredded pork with barbecue sauce in a bowl, tossing to coat evenly.
Warm the tortillas on the grill, and assemble tacos by adding pulled pork, coleslaw, pickled jalapeños, and blue cheese.
Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of freshness.

Chef’s Insight

Don't be afraid to experiment with different barbecue sauces or toppings to create your perfect tailgate taco.

Notes

Adjust cooking time as needed based on the size of your pork shoulder.