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Tender Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe with Easy Tangy Apple Cider Slaw

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This recipe features tender, juicy pulled pork cooked low and slow in a slow cooker, paired with a crisp and tangy apple cider slaw, perfect for sliders that impress without stress.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrot
  • 1 large apple, thinly sliced or julienned (Fuji recommended)
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or green onions
  • Slider buns or mini rolls (King’s Hawaiian recommended)
  • Optional: pickle slices

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Rub this spice mix evenly all over the pork shoulder.
  2. Pour apple cider vinegar and chicken broth into the base of your slow cooker. Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top, fat side up. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is fork-tender and pulls apart easily.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss in shredded cabbage, carrot, and apple slices. Mix until everything is coated evenly. Chill in the fridge until serving.
  4. Once cooked, transfer the pork to a large bowl or cutting board. Use two forks or meat claws to shred the meat. Discard any large fat pieces. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker juices to soak up more flavor if desired.
  5. Lightly toast slider buns if desired, then pile on a generous scoop of pulled pork, followed by a spoonful of tangy apple cider slaw. Add pickle slices if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free slaw, use vegan mayonnaise. Do not over-make slaw ahead to keep it crisp. Let pork rest 10-15 minutes before shredding. Reheat pork gently with cooking liquid to avoid drying out. Dutch oven can be used as an alternative cooking method at 275°F for 3-4 hours.

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

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