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Savory BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe with Easy Creamy Coleslaw

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Tender slow-cooked pulled pork tossed in a tangy BBQ sauce, topped with a creamy coleslaw, and served on soft mini slider buns. This recipe is perfect for casual entertaining and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 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 (about half a medium head)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (full-fat or light)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 12 slider buns, soft and small
  • Pickles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork, pressing into every nook and cranny.
  2. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Pour apple cider vinegar and chicken broth around it, not directly on top. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours or on high for 4–5 hours until fork-tender.
  3. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks or tongs. Discard excess fat. Return shredded pork to slow cooker and stir in BBQ sauce. Keep warm.
  4. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots. In a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey (or sugar), Dijon mustard (if using), salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over veggies and toss. Chill for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Lightly toast slider buns if desired. Spoon pulled pork onto bun bottoms, top with creamy coleslaw and pickles if using. Cap with bun tops and serve immediately.

Notes

Keep extra BBQ sauce on hand for saucier sliders. Drain excess liquid from coleslaw if watery. Use two forks to shred pork gently for best texture. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Coleslaw can be made a day ahead and chilled.

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

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