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Tender Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade with Crunchy Coleslaw

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Juicy, tender pulled pork paired with a fresh, crunchy coleslaw makes these sliders a perfect quick and easy comfort meal for casual entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds boneless pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (tangy with a hint of sweetness)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 12 small slider buns
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides. (5 minutes)
  2. Optional: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork shoulder on all sides until a deep golden crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side. (10 minutes)
  3. Place the sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of your slow cooker or Dutch oven. Set the pork shoulder on top. Mix the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar in a small bowl, then pour over the pork. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and shreds easily.
  4. While the pork cooks, combine shredded green and red cabbage, shredded carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Toss well to coat evenly. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (10 minutes)
  5. Once cooked, transfer the pork to a large bowl. Use meat shredder claws or two forks to pull the pork apart into bite-sized strands. Toss with the cooking juices left in the slow cooker to keep it moist and flavorful. (5-7 minutes)
  6. Lightly toast slider buns for a bit of texture. Pile generous amounts of shredded pork on each bun, then top with a spoonful of crunchy coleslaw. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)

Notes

Searing the pork before slow cooking adds depth of flavor but can be skipped if short on time. Make coleslaw at least an hour ahead and keep chilled to maintain crunch. Reserve some cooking juices to add gradually after shredding pork to avoid soggy sliders. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free option. Substitute mayo with dairy-free mayo or Greek yogurt for dairy-free coleslaw.

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