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Tender Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

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A simple and flavorful slow cooker recipe for tender, juicy pulled pork sliders perfect for feeding a crowd with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4–5 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke (optional)
  • Slider buns or small soft rolls (about 12-15)
  • Coleslaw (classic cabbage or creamy, optional)
  • Pickles or sliced jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork dry with paper towels to help the rub stick well.
  2. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, pressing it in to cover every inch.
  4. Place the seasoned pork in the slow cooker and pour apple cider vinegar over the top.
  5. Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 5-6 hours if short on time.
  6. Shred the pork using two forks directly in the slow cooker, removing any large chunks of fat.
  7. Stir in BBQ sauce, brown sugar, and liquid smoke (if using). Mix well and cook on low for another 20-30 minutes.
  8. Lightly toast the slider buns while the pork finishes cooking.
  9. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork onto buns and topping with coleslaw, pickles, or jalapeños as desired.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not lift the slow cooker lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Trim excess fat but leave some for moisture and flavor. Add extra apple cider vinegar or BBQ sauce if pork seems dry after shredding. Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free option. Liquid smoke is optional for smoky flavor.

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Keywords: slow cooker, pulled pork, BBQ, sliders, easy recipe, crowd-pleaser, party food

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