Lighter Pulled-Pork Sandwiches

12 ingredients
14 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes in puree
  • 1 tablespoon light- or dark-brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
  • 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
  • Coarse salt and ground pepper
  • 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 pound), cut into 4 pieces
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1/4 small head green cabbage, shredded
  • 4 whole-wheat rolls, split

Directions

  1. 1
    In a medium saucepan, stir together tomatoes (with puree), sugar, garlic, mustard, and 1/2 cup water; season with salt and pepper.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil; add pork, cover, and simmer until tender, 18 to 20 minutes.
  3. 3
    Transfer pork to a plate to cool.
  4. 4
    Continue to simmer sauce (uncovered) over medium heat until reduced by half, about 20 minutes.
  5. 5
    Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon vinegar, the celery seeds, and remaining 1 tablespoon water; season with salt and pepper.
  6. 6
    Add cabbage, and toss to coat.
  7. 7
    Shred pork with two forks, and return to sauce; stir in remaining teaspoon vinegar.
  8. 8
    Serve pork on rolls, topped with cabbage mixture.
  9. 9
    (Per Serving)
  10. 10
    Calories: 369
  11. 11
    Fat: 11.2g (2.5g Saturated Fat)
  12. 12
    Protein: 30.2g
  13. 13
    Carbohydrates: 38.2g
  14. 14
    Fiber: 6.7g

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