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Flavorful BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders Easy Recipe for a Crowd

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Juicy, tangy, and perfectly tender BBQ pulled pork sliders that are quick and easy to prepare, ideal for feeding a crowd at backyard barbecues or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder (also called pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 cup apple cider or apple juice
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Slider buns or small soft rolls (12 to 16)
  • Coleslaw (optional)
  • Pickles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the pork shoulder and pat dry. Trim excess fat but leave some for flavor and moisture. Mix smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) in a small bowl. Rub seasoning all over the pork, pressing firmly.
  2. Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the slow cooker. Pour 1 cup apple cider around the pork. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours until fork-tender.
  3. While pork cooks, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder in a small saucepan. Simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Transfer cooked pork to a large bowl and shred with two forks or a stand mixer. Discard large fat pieces. Add some cooking liquid to keep pork moist. Mix in BBQ sauce gradually to desired sauciness.
  5. Toast slider buns if desired. Pile pulled pork onto bun bottoms, top with coleslaw and pickles if using, then cover with bun tops. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Use a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup. Add cooking liquid back into shredded pork to keep it moist. Sauce can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. Toast buns before assembling for added texture. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns and check Worcestershire sauce labels.

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