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Tender Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Sliders with Easy Apple Cider Slaw

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This recipe features tender, juicy pulled pork slow-cooked to perfection and topped with a crisp, tangy apple cider slaw, all served on soft slider buns. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs boneless pork shoulder (pork butt)
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (60 ml)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
  • 12 small slider buns
  • For the Apple Cider Slaw:
  • 3 cups green cabbage, shredded
  • 1 medium Granny Smith apple, julienned
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise (60 ml) (can substitute with Greek yogurt for lighter option)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork.
  2. Place sliced onions and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker. Set the seasoned pork shoulder on top. Pour chicken broth and apple cider vinegar around the sides, avoiding pouring directly on the pork.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or on high for 5-6 hours until pork is tender and shreds easily.
  4. While pork cooks, mix shredded cabbage, julienned apple, and shredded carrot in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Pour dressing over slaw and toss well. Chill until serving.
  5. Transfer cooked pork to a platter or bowl. Shred using two forks or meat claws, discarding excess fat. Return shredded pork to slow cooker juices to keep moist.
  6. Toast slider buns lightly if desired. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork on buns and topping with apple cider slaw. Serve immediately warm.

Notes

For best results, rub spices into pork and let rest for 30 minutes or overnight in the fridge. Avoid opening slow cooker lid frequently during cooking. Save some cooking liquid to drizzle over pork before serving if dry. Slaw dressing can be loosened with a splash of apple cider vinegar or water if thickened. Use gluten-free buns for gluten-free option. Mayonnaise can be substituted with Greek yogurt for lighter slaw.

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

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