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Cozy Loaded Pulled Pork Sliders with Easy Tangy Carolina Coleslaw

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These sliders combine tender slow-cooked pulled pork with a zesty, crunchy Carolina coleslaw for a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (for pork)
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • 4 cups green cabbage, finely shredded
  • 1 large carrot, shredded
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (for coleslaw)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon celery seed (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Slider buns (soft, small buns; brioche or potato rolls recommended)
  • Pickles (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice blend all over the pork shoulder until evenly coated. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Place the pork in a slow cooker or Instant Pot. Add chicken broth or water and apple cider vinegar. For slow cooker: cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until tender. For Instant Pot: cook on high pressure for 60 minutes, then natural release for 15 minutes.
  3. While the pork cooks, shred the cabbage and carrot. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, celery seed (if using), salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss shredded cabbage and carrots with the dressing until well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
  5. When pork is done, remove from cooker and shred using two forks or meat claws, discarding excess fat and bone. Return shredded pork to the cooking liquid to keep moist.
  6. Split slider buns and pile each with pulled pork. Top with a generous spoonful of tangy Carolina coleslaw. Add pickles if desired. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

For gluten-free, swap buns for gluten-free rolls or lettuce wraps. Pork can be cooked in the oven wrapped in foil if no slow cooker is available. Let coleslaw rest refrigerated for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Avoid overloading buns to prevent sogginess. Pulled pork and coleslaw can be made a day ahead and stored separately.

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