Pulled Pork Sliders

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 8 hours
🍽 Serves: 12
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Welcome to the world of Pulled Pork Sliders, where juicy, tender pork meets a crunchy coleslaw topping, all nestled in a soft mini bun. Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or just a cozy night in, these sliders are sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients for Pulled Pork Sliders

The star of the show here is the pork shoulder, known for its marbling, which helps keep the meat tender and flavorful. The combination of BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth creates a savory-sweet base that enhances the pork's natural flavors. Adding a bit of brown sugar and paprika gives the rub a sweet and smoky kick. The garlic powder and onion powder offer depth, while salt and black pepper round out the seasoning.

For the coleslaw, a simple mix of coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper provides a crunchy, tangy counterpoint to the rich pork.

Tips & Tricks

  • If you're short on time, you can cook the pork on high for 4-5 hours, but low and slow is best for tenderness.
  • For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the spice rub.
  • Leftover pork can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.

Serving Suggestions

These sliders are fantastic served with a side of baked beans or a fresh corn salad. For a fun twist, serve them with a variety of dipping sauces, like spicy mayo or tangy mustard BBQ sauce, to let guests customize their own sliders.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different cut of pork?
Yes, pork butt or even a boneless pork loin can work, but the texture might be slightly different.
Can I make this recipe in advance?
Absolutely! The pork can be made a day ahead and reheated in the slow cooker with a bit of extra broth.
Is there a vegetarian alternative?
You might try using jackfruit as a plant-based substitute for the pulled pork.

Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe Walkthrough

Let's start by making a simple spice rub. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Now, grab your pork shoulder and give it a good rub-down with this spice mix. Make sure it’s evenly coated; this is where a lot of the flavor comes from.

Next, place the seasoned pork shoulder in your slow cooker. Pour in the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. These liquids will help keep the pork moist and infuse it with flavor as it cooks. Cover and set the slow cooker to low. Now, just let it do its magic for about 8 hours, or until the pork is so tender that it practically falls apart.

Once the pork is ready, carefully remove it from the slow cooker. Use two forks to shred the meat into bite-sized pieces. This part is quite satisfying! Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker to mix with those delicious juices. Give it a good stir to ensure every piece is coated.

While the pork stays warm, prepare the coleslaw. In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined. This coleslaw is going to add a fresh crunch to your sliders.

To assemble, place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each mini slider bun. Top with a hearty scoop of coleslaw, then crown it with the top half of the bun. Your Pulled Pork Sliders are ready to serve!

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Easy to prepare with minimal hands-on time.
  • Uses a slow cooker for perfectly tender pork.
  • A delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors.
  • Great for feeding a crowd or as a simple family dinner.

Ingredients

3 lb pork shoulder
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
12 mini slider buns
2 cups coleslaw mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Step-by-step Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the pork shoulder.
2. Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Add BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
3. Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the juices.
4. In a separate bowl, prepare the coleslaw by mixing coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
5. To assemble the sliders, place a generous amount of pulled pork on the bottom half of each mini bun. Top with coleslaw and the other half of the bun.

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