
The Johnny Pork Melt with Hot Truff Aioli Slaw
Chef Alexa
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Category
Panini
Cuisine
American
Author:
Chef Alexa
Pulled pork energy in under 30 minutes. Glazed with our rum-spiked “father sauce” and stacked with spicy slaw magic.
Ingredients
For the Pork Patties:
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1 lb ground pork
- ¾ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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¾ tsp onion powder
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1 tsp yellow mustard
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2–3 tbsp TOOKSIE’S The Johnny BBQ sauce
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avocado oil or neutral oil, for cooking
For the Hot Truff Aioli Slaw:
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1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
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½ cup shredded carrots
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2–3 tbsp TOOKSIE’S Hot Truff Aioli
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Salt & pepper to taste
For the Melt
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6 slices white bread
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butter, for toasting
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your fave melt)
Directions
Make the Patties:
- Season your pork mince with spices and mustard. Mix well and form into 3 equal patties.
Mix the Slaw:
- Toss together the purple and green cabbage, carrots, Hot Truff Aioli, salt, and pepper. Set aside — let those flavors mingle.
Toast the Bread:
- Butter one side of each bread slice and toast, buttered-side down, in a skillet until golden. While still hot, sprinkle cheese on the toasted side.
Sear & Glaze
- Heat oil over medium. Smash patties in the pan and sear for 2–3 minutes per side. Glaze with The Johnny, then sear again until caramelized and sticky.
Assemble the Melt:
- Stack glazed patties on the cheesy bread, add another drizzle of The Johnny, and close up your sandwich.
Melt & Steam:
- Cook the sandwiches covered over medium-low heat for 2–3 minutes per side. Add a splash of water to create steam and help melt the cheese (just a splash — no soggy buns here).
Final Touch:
- Crack open the sandwich, pile in the Hot Truff Aioli Slaw, slice, and serve hot.
Recipe Note
TOOKSIE’S Tip:
The Johnny is your secret weapon — a little sweet, a little heat, and full of personality. Use it on everything from ribs to roasted veggies.