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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders are loaded with tender pulled pork, BBQ sauce and creamy coleslaw. Perfect for dinners and parties too!

I make Slow Cooker Pulled Pork any chance that I get. Why? Because there are SO many ways that you can use it. You can slow cook a 4LB pork shoulder and make several different dinners with it. You could make Pulled Pork Enchiladas, Pulled Pork Nachos and you can even turn it into a pasta by making Pulled Pork Rigatoni.

And of course, Pulled Pork Sandwiches are always a favorite. With this Pulled Pork Slider recipe, I take everyone’s favorite BBQ sandwich and turn it into party perfect sliders. You’re going to love it!

Let’s talk about what ingredients you’ll need to make them:

This recipe has essentially three parts. The slaw, the BBQ sauce and the sliders themselves. Don’t let that intimidate you, this recipe is super easy to make!

To make the slaw you’ll need:

Coleslaw ingredients on white background.

BUTTERMILK AND MAYONNAISE: This is where the creaminess in the coleslaw dressing comes from.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: To add some acidity to the slaw.

SUGAR: This will cut the acidity a bit.

SALT

PAPRIKA: Adds color and a slight smokiness.

COLESLAW MIX: You can find this in the produce section with the bagged lettuces the grocery store. It’s a blend of green cabbage, red cabbage and carrots.

To make the BBQ Sauce:

BBQ Sauce ingredients.

KETCHUP: The base of the BBQ sauce.

BROWN SUGAR: Adds a touch of molasses sweetness.

WORCESTERSHIRE: Adds umami flavor.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR: For acidity.

PAPRIKA: Adds smokiness.

SALT

WATER

GROUND MUSTARD: Adds a tangy flavor.

To make the sliders:

Pulled Pork Sliders ingredients.
  • HAWAIIAN SWEET ROLLS: I love the touch of sweetness that these add to the sliders but dinner rolls will work as well.
  • PULLED PORK: The reason this recipe is so quick and easy is because it uses pre-made pulled pork. I highly recommend making your own but you can buy it too.
  • BUTTER/SESAME SEEDS: For the top of the sliders.

How to make Pulled Pork Sliders:

These sliders come together super quickly! Follow along with these step by step instructions:

  • STEP #1: Make the slaw first! This gives the flavors a chance to meld. Simply whisk together the ingredients for the dressing and then mix it with the coleslaw mix.
  • STEP #2: Make the BBQ sauce. Combine all of the BBQ sauce ingredients together in a small sauce pan and cook over low heat for 20 minutes until it thickens a bit.
    STEP #3: Combine the pork with 1/2 of the BBQ sauce.
  • STEP#4: Without breaking apart the rolls, use a serrated knife to cut the rolls in half horizontally. Top with the BBQ pork.
  • STEP #5: Place top half of buns on top. Brush the top of the buns with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350 for 10 – 12 minutes.
  • STEP #6: Separate into individual sliders and top with coleslaw and more BBQ sauce.

When I said that these were a hit with the whole family, I mean it! My kiddos loved them. My husband and I loved them. They were a great weeknight meal and the perfect way to use up some leftover pulled pork.

Serve them alongside some jojo potato wedges, or air fryer potato chips.

Want more slider recipes? They are a great party food!

These Roast Beef Mushroom sliders are so savory and oh so cheesy!

Ham and Swiss Breakfast Sliders are a great easy brunch!

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders are loaded with tender pulled pork, BBQ sauce and creamy coleslaw. Perfect for dinners and parties too!
Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 546 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cole Slaw Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups coleslaw mix

BBQ Sauce Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard

Slider Ingredients

  • 12 Hawaiian Dinner Rolls
  • 3 cups pulled pork homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk together coleslaw dressing ingredients: buttermilk, mayonnaise, sugar, paprika, apple cider vinegar and salt in a bowl. Pour over the coleslaw mix and toss to coat. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Combine all BBQ sauce ingredients together in a small saucepan. Heat over meadium heat 15 – 20 minutes or until it reduces and thickens a bit.
  • Combine pulled pork with half of the BBQ sauce.
  • Without breaking apart the rolls, use a serrated knife to cut the rolls in half lengthwise. Top with BBQ pork.
  • Place top half of dinner rolls on top. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 350 degrees F for 10 – 12 miuutes.
  • Separate into individual sliders. Serve with coleslaw and remaining BBQ sauce.

Notes

Nutrition information for estimation purposes only. 

Nutrition

Calories: 546kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 23gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 1977mgPotassium: 249mgFiber: 4gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 363IUVitamin C: 17mgCalcium: 249mgIron: 5mg
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Keywords: bbq, pulled pork, sandwich, sliders

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Welcome to Life’s Ambrosia where Dinner is served and memories are made. Here you will find over 1000 tried and true recipes for every possible occasion. In the last 10 years, this blog has helped millions of families put dinner on the table and create food memories. Let me help you too.

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