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Easy Tender BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe With Creamy Coleslaw Perfect For Summer Parties

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These BBQ pulled pork sliders with creamy coleslaw are tender, juicy, and packed with smoky, tangy flavor. Perfect for summer parties, they combine simple ingredients with easy preparation for a crowd-pleasing dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt), well-marbled
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (smoky, slightly sweet)
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 12 slider buns (soft, slightly sweet, potato buns recommended)
  • Butter for toasting buns (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork, covering every side.
  2. Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker or Instant Pot. Add apple cider vinegar and water or chicken broth around the meat to keep it moist. Cook on low for 8 hours in a slow cooker, or on high pressure in the Instant Pot for about 60 minutes followed by natural release.
  3. Transfer the cooked pork to a large bowl. Using two forks or meat claws, shred the meat into bite-sized pieces, discarding excess fat or gristle.
  4. Pour in 1 cup BBQ sauce and mix thoroughly. Add more sauce if desired.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth. Toss the dressing with the veggies until evenly coated. Chill in the fridge.
  6. Lightly butter the slider buns and toast them in a skillet or on a griddle over medium heat until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes per side.
  7. Assemble the sliders by spooning a generous amount of pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun, topping with a heaping spoonful of creamy coleslaw, then covering with the bun top. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use a well-marbled pork shoulder. Toast buns just before assembling to prevent sogginess. Save leftover BBQ sauce for extra flavor. Avoid over-shredding pork to maintain texture. Coleslaw is best tossed just before serving to keep it crisp.

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