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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade Coleslaw Included

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Tender, smoky pulled pork served on soft slider buns topped with creamy homemade coleslaw. Perfect for gatherings and easy to make with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 lbs pork shoulder (well-marbled)
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (240 ml)
  • 12 slider buns
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: pickles, sliced jalapeños, extra BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix all BBQ rub spices in a small bowl, then massage the rub evenly all over the pork. Let rest for 15-30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Place the rubbed pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Pour about 1/2 cup water or apple juice into the bottom. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until pork is tender and pulls apart easily.
  3. Transfer pork to a plate or tray. Use two forks or shredding claws to pull the meat apart into bite-sized strands, removing large fat pieces. Stir in about 1 cup BBQ sauce, adding more if dry.
  4. In a large bowl, combine shredded green and purple cabbage with shredded carrots. In a smaller bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over cabbage mix and toss until evenly coated. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Lightly toast slider buns at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or warm in a skillet (optional).
  6. Assemble sliders by spooning pulled pork onto bottom half of buns, topping with creamy coleslaw, adding optional toppings if desired, then placing bun tops on. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add a splash of water or apple juice during cooking if pork looks dry. Shred pork while hot for easier shredding. Toast buns before assembling to prevent sogginess. For lighter coleslaw, substitute some or all mayonnaise with Greek yogurt. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free option. Leftovers keep well refrigerated; reheat pork gently with added moisture.

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