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Savory BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe with Easy Creamy Jalapeño Slaw

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Slow-cooked pulled pork sliders paired with a creamy, mildly spicy jalapeño slaw, perfect for casual gatherings or a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ cup (120 ml) apple cider vinegar
  • 1 to 1½ cups (240–360 ml) BBQ sauce (smoky, moderately sweet)
  • 3 cups (225 g) green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 cup (120 g) carrots, julienned or shredded
  • 1 small jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely minced
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise (full-fat)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp honey or agave
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 slider buns (soft, small sandwich rolls)
  • Optional: pickles or extra jalapeño slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork, pressing it in gently.
  2. Place pork shoulder into slow cooker or Dutch oven. Pour ½ cup apple cider vinegar around the meat. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours until tender and easily shredded.
  3. Remove pork from cooker and let rest for 10 minutes. Shred meat with two forks, discarding large chunks of fat. Return shredded pork to cooker and stir in BBQ sauce. Keep warm.
  4. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots. In a smaller bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, minced jalapeño, lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over cabbage mixture and toss until evenly coated. Chill for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven broiler or toaster oven. Arrange slider buns on baking sheet and toast lightly for 1-2 minutes until golden.
  6. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork on bottom buns, topping with creamy jalapeño slaw, then placing bun tops. Garnish with pickles or extra jalapeño slices if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Broil shredded pork for 3-5 minutes before assembling for crispy edges. Chill slaw for at least 20 minutes to meld flavors. Toast buns just before assembling to avoid sogginess. Use a hand mixer on low speed to shred pork faster but avoid over-shredding. Swap Greek yogurt and mayo for dairy-free alternatives if needed. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free version.

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