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Tender Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

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A simple and tender slow cooker BBQ pulled pork slider recipe perfect for gatherings, featuring juicy pork shoulder cooked low and slow with a tangy-sweet BBQ sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (Boston Butt), with good marbling
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • About 12 mini slider buns, soft and slightly sweet
  • Optional toppings: coleslaw, pickles, extra BBQ sauce

Instructions

  1. Trim any excessive fat off the pork shoulder, leaving some for moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Rub the spice mix evenly all over the pork shoulder.
  3. Place sliced onion and minced garlic at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Set the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
  5. Whisk together barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar in a bowl. Pour evenly over the pork.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours until pork easily pulls apart and reaches about 195°F (90°C) internal temperature.
  7. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks or tongs, discarding large pieces of fat.
  8. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir into the juices and sauce. Let soak for about 10 minutes on warm.
  9. Lightly toast the slider buns in a skillet or toaster.
  10. Assemble sliders by piling pulled pork onto buns and adding desired toppings like coleslaw or pickles. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep the slow cooker covered during cooking to retain moisture. If pork seems dry, add reserved cooking liquid or extra BBQ sauce before serving. Let pork rest a few minutes before shredding. Toast buns lightly to prevent sogginess. For gluten-free, use gluten-free slider buns. Variations include adding cayenne pepper for spice or swapping brown sugar with maple syrup and liquid smoke for a smoky maple flavor.

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Keywords: pulled pork, BBQ, slow cooker, sliders, party food, easy recipe, comfort food, pork shoulder

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