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Pulled Pork Sliders with Coleslaw

Elina James
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Course Appetizers
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pulled Pork
  • 2 lbs (900 g) pork shoulder or pork butt
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • For the Coleslaw
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For Assembly
  • 8 slider buns
  • Extra barbecue sauce for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Season the Pork : Rub pork shoulder with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Step 2: Cook the Pork : Place seasoned pork in a slow cooker or oven-safe dish with barbecue sauce, vinegar, and broth. Cook until tender and shreddable.
  • Step 3: Shred the Pork : Remove pork from the cooking liquid and shred with two forks. Mix with juices for flavor.
  • Step 4: Prepare Coleslaw : Combine cabbage and carrots in a bowl. Mix mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss with vegetables and refrigerate.
  • Step 5: Toast Buns : Lightly toast slider buns for better texture and flavor.
  • Step 6: Assemble Sliders :Place pulled pork on the bottom bun, top with coleslaw, add extra barbecue sauce if desired, and cover with the top bun.