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Savory BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Creamy Coleslaw

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Tender, smoky pulled pork paired with creamy, tangy coleslaw served on soft slider buns. Perfect for parties, potlucks, and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded red cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann’s or Duke’s)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 slider buns (potato buns or Hawaiian rolls preferred)
  • Pickle slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend evenly over the pork. (10 minutes)
  2. Place the seasoned pork shoulder into a slow cooker. Pour apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around the meat. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-5 hours until pork is tender and pulls apart easily.
  3. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks, discarding large fat chunks. Return shredded pork to slow cooker and stir in BBQ sauce. Keep warm. (15 minutes)
  4. In a large bowl, combine green cabbage, red cabbage, and carrots. In a smaller bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss to coat evenly. Chill if desired. (15 minutes prep + optional chilling)
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange slider buns on a baking sheet and warm for 5-7 minutes until soft and slightly toasted.
  6. Assemble sliders by spooning BBQ pulled pork onto bun bottoms, topping with creamy coleslaw and optional pickle slices. Cover with bun tops and serve immediately. (10 minutes)

Notes

For best results, cook pork low and slow for tender meat. Make coleslaw at least 30 minutes ahead to meld flavors. Save some coleslaw dressing to drizzle over pork for extra creaminess. If pork looks dry, add reserved cooking juices or more BBQ sauce. Use gluten-free buns and BBQ sauce for gluten-free diet. Greek yogurt can replace mayo for lighter coleslaw.

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Keywords: BBQ pulled pork, sliders, creamy coleslaw, party food, slow cooker, comfort food, potluck recipe

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