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Tender Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

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This tender slow cooker BBQ pulled pork sliders recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth pork with a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and smoky flavors. Ideal for easy entertaining and casual gatherings, these sliders are a crowd-pleaser that requires minimal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (Boston butt), well-marbled
  • 1 medium onion, sliced thin
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (e.g., Stubb’s Original or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 12 small slider buns (e.g., King’s Hawaiian)
  • Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, sliced jalapeños

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub this spice blend all over the pork, covering every nook and cranny. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Lay the sliced onions on the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions.
  3. Sprinkle minced garlic over the pork. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the pork. (About 3 minutes)
  4. Cover and set the slow cooker to low. Cook for 8 to 10 hours until the pork is fork-tender and shreds easily. Avoid lifting the lid frequently.
  5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks or your hands once cooled slightly. Discard large chunks of fat. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir into the juices and onions to soak up flavor. (About 10 minutes)
  6. Slice slider buns if not pre-sliced. Toast lightly if desired. Pile shredded pork generously onto each bun, spooning on extra sauce from the slow cooker. Add optional toppings like coleslaw or pickles.
  7. Arrange sliders on a platter and serve warm.

Notes

Do not rush cooking time; low and slow is essential for tender pork. Trim large chunks of fat but leave a thin layer for flavor. Layer onions under pork to prevent sticking and add sweetness. Use good quality BBQ sauce for best flavor. Shred pork carefully after it cools slightly to avoid burns. If sauce is too thin after cooking, simmer separately to thicken. Leftover pork freezes well; reheat gently with extra sauce to maintain moisture.

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