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Quick 30-Minute Pulled Pork Sliders

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A fast and flavorful pulled pork slider recipe perfect for easy entertaining, ready in just 30 minutes with a tangy BBQ sauce and optional coleslaw.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked pulled pork, shredded
  • 12 small soft slider buns (potato buns recommended)
  • 1 cup ketchup (preferably natural, low sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for toasting buns)
  • Optional coleslaw:
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the BBQ sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat the pulled pork: Place shredded cooked pulled pork in a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the prepared BBQ sauce over the pork and stir to combine.
  3. Simmer gently: Reduce heat to low and let the pork simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and coats the pork.
  4. Make the coleslaw (optional): Combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss well and refrigerate until serving.
  5. Toast the buns: Butter the slider buns lightly on the cut sides. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and toast the buns cut-side down for 2-3 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
  6. Assemble the sliders: Spoon a generous amount of BBQ pulled pork onto each toasted bun bottom. Top with a small scoop of coleslaw if using, then place the bun tops.
  7. Serve immediately: Arrange sliders on a platter and serve warm.

Notes

If pulled pork seems dry, add a splash of water or extra BBQ sauce during simmering. Toast buns well for texture contrast. BBQ sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for gluten-free option. Variations include adding chipotle for spice or shredded jackfruit for vegan adaptation.

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