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Savory BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Coleslaw

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Tender, smoky pulled pork slow-cooked to perfection and topped with a fresh, creamy coleslaw, served on soft slider buns. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a comforting family meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended or favorite brand)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage or coleslaw mix
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (vegan mayo optional)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp celery seed (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 slider buns, lightly toasted (brioche buns recommended)
  • Optional: pickles or sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and pat dry (about 5 minutes).
  2. Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; rub evenly over pork shoulder (about 5 minutes).
  3. Place pork shoulder in slow cooker; pour apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around it. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until pork shreds easily.
  4. Transfer pork to a large bowl, reserving cooking juices. Shred pork with forks or meat claws. Add about 1 cup cooking liquid and 1 cup BBQ sauce; toss to coat (10-15 minutes).
  5. In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, celery seed, salt, and pepper. Add shredded cabbage and carrot; toss gently. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Toast slider buns until golden and warm just before serving.
  7. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork on bottom bun, topping with coleslaw, and finishing with top bun. Add pickles or jalapeños if desired.
  8. Serve immediately with preferred sides.

Notes

Do not lift slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain heat. Shred pork while warm for easier shredding and better sauce absorption. Toast buns just before assembling to prevent sogginess. Adjust coleslaw dressing to keep it crisp. Instant Pot can be used with ‘Meat/Stew’ setting and natural release for under 2 hours cooking time. Homemade BBQ sauce recommended but store-bought works well.

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