Pig Sandwich (Pork Poboy)

I've been on a carnitas kick lately and actually in the process of cooking some now for Jazzfest this weekend. The first two steps in this process are dry brining a pork butt, cut into 2x2 squares w/ fat on, with salt only for 12 to 24 hours, rinse and pat dry. Then, assemble the pork butt pieces in a dish, packed tight, submerged in lard (not much is needed), or other oil of your choice, and cook confit style at 275° for 3 hours tightly covered in aluminum foil, with appropriate aromatics but we're not worried about carnitas spice, for this. The pork renders down and is very succulent, juicy and pulls just right. They may possibly braise the pork, but until you've tried this method, it is quite amazing and would yield a great texture for a sandwich.

I’ve never had this sandwich but a braised pork butt makes for a great sandwich or taco regardless of the flavor profile

Me too.. that sucker is goooood! Think I’ll go by and get one today.

Almost tastes like he boils it in the crawfish pot

I had some pork po boy equivalent at Memphis in May. It may have been the best po boy that I’ve ever had. The bread resembled Leidenheimer’s, but was buttered and grilled / toasted. The cold, tangy slaw had great crisp and contrast of flavors. The pulled pork was outstanding and the sauce was tangy and citrusy, but not overly vinegary or too thin nor too thick. Has thin bread and butter pickles too. Damn I want that sandwich now

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It’s pickled cabbage I’m pretty sure.

Please do! I found a few links on people doing it and they all raved about it. I saw a video where they roasted a shoulder, pulled it in a pan then, soaked it in seasoned water. It looked identical to the pig sandwich. I will be doing this soon as well!