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Juicy Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe with Easy Tangy Apple Cider Slaw

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A quick and easy recipe featuring tender slow-cooked pulled pork paired with a refreshing tangy apple cider vinegar slaw, perfect for casual gatherings or a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage (about half a medium head)
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon celery seeds (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Slider buns or small soft rolls (12-16 count)
  • Pickles (optional)
  • Butter for toasting buns (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 it in.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until a rich brown crust forms, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Pour chicken broth or water into the pot around the pork. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) or on low in a slow cooker for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
  4. Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and red onion in a large bowl. Whisk apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, celery seeds, salt, and pepper in a smaller bowl. Pour dressing over veggies and toss. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Remove pork from pot and shred using forks or meat claws. Discard large fat chunks. Return shredded pork to cooking juices to keep moist.
  6. Slice slider buns in half and lightly butter each side. Toast in a skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork on the bottom half of each bun, topping with apple cider vinegar slaw, adding pickles if desired, and covering with the top bun. Serve warm.

Notes

Do not rush searing the pork to develop a rich crust. Trim excess fat but keep some for juiciness. Make slaw a few hours ahead for best flavor. If pork is dry after shredding, add cooking liquid or barbecue sauce. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free or low-carb options.

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