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Tender Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe with Easy Creamy Coleslaw Perfect for Parties

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This recipe features tender, juicy pulled pork slow-cooked to perfection and served on slider buns with a creamy, tangy coleslaw. It’s simple, forgiving, and perfect for parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water (240 ml)
  • 3 cups green cabbage, finely shredded (packed)
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and grated
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (120 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12 small slider buns (soft but sturdy, e.g., King’s Hawaiian or Parker House style)
  • Optional: sliced pickles for extra tang

Instructions

  1. Trim any large chunks of fat from the pork shoulder. Mix smoked paprika, cumin, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice mix all over the pork, pressing it into the meat. (5 minutes)
  2. Place sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the pork shoulder on top. Pour apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around the pork (not directly on the rub). (3 minutes)
  3. Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until pork is super tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
  4. While pork cooks, combine mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until smooth. Toss in shredded cabbage and grated carrot. Mix well to coat. Refrigerate until ready to serve. (10 minutes prep)
  5. Remove pork from slow cooker and place on a plate or cutting board. Use two forks or meat shredders to pull meat apart into bite-sized pieces. Discard large fat pieces or bone. Return shredded pork to slow cooker juices to soak up flavor. (5–10 minutes)
  6. Slice slider buns in half. Pile on pulled pork, top with creamy coleslaw, and add pickles if desired. Serve immediately. (5 minutes)

Notes

If coleslaw feels too wet, drain excess liquid before assembling sliders to prevent soggy buns. Use slow cooker juices to moisten shredded pork for extra flavor and juiciness. For gluten-free, swap buns with gluten-free slider rolls. For dairy-free, use vegan mayonnaise. Avoid overfilling slow cooker to ensure even cooking. Dutch oven can be used as an alternative cooking method at 275°F for 3–4 hours.

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