Finishing sauce vs "sauce"

[SMeadows]

Ive seen/read several references, when discussing pulled pork, to a finishing sauce. So what's the difference between a finishing sauce and "sauce" added to the pulled pork when on a bun?

 

[Paul K]

In this case there's no difference. The term 'finishing' sauce implies it is added at the end of cooking or as food is served. Most of the sauces associated with pulled pork have sugar in them so it is always a good idea to add them after cooking so as not to burn the sugars in the sauce.

Paul

 

[K Kruger]

For me, a finishing sauce for pulled pork is a thin sauce added during the pulling and/or chopping of the pork. It is meant to even moisture, flavor and texture. It - or other, thick sauce(s) - can also be later served as a serving sauce, served on the side.

 

[SMeadows]

Thanks guys!