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Tender Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders with Easy Apple Cider Vinegar Slaw

  • Author: Lena
  • Total Time: 8 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 sliders 1x

Description

A simple and delicious slow cooker pulled pork slider recipe paired with a tangy apple cider vinegar slaw, perfect for casual gatherings and comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (also called pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (smoky, slightly sweet preferred)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup olive oil or neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon celery seeds
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 slider buns or small soft rolls (potato rolls recommended)
  • Optional: pickles or sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Trim any large chunks of excess fat from the pork shoulder.
  2. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Rub this spice mix all over the pork evenly.
  3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth or water around the meat.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until pork is fork-tender.
  5. Transfer pork to a large bowl, reserving cooking liquid. Shred pork using meat claws or forks, discarding large fat chunks.
  6. Mix in barbecue sauce gradually until pork is saucy but not swimming. Add reserved cooking liquid if needed.
  7. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, celery seeds, salt, and pepper.
  9. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss well. Let sit at least 15 minutes to soften and meld flavors.
  10. Slice and toast slider buns lightly in a skillet or oven until golden and crisp.
  11. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork on bottom bun, topping with slaw, and covering with top bun. Add pickles or jalapeños if desired.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free slider buns or serve on lettuce wraps. Dry cabbage well to keep slaw crisp. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Let pork rest 10 minutes before shredding for easier handling. Barbecue sauce can vary in sugar content; choose lower sugar for healthier option. Leftover pork can be reheated gently with broth to maintain moisture.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slider
  • Calories: 275
  • Sugar: 8
  • Sodium: 550
  • Fat: 12
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 18

Keywords: pulled pork sliders, slow cooker pulled pork, apple cider vinegar slaw, barbecue sliders, easy dinner, comfort food, party food

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