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A pulled pork slider with pickles, coleslaw, and barbecue sauce on a sesame-topped bun, displayed on a white plate.

BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

Make delicious pulled pork sliders with sweet Hawaiian rolls and filled with tender BBQ pulled pork. These little sliders pack so much flavor from the saucy tender pork, to the sweet Hawaiian rolls brushed with seasoned butter.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Pulled Pork Timing: 6 hours 10 minutes
Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 sliders
Author: Michelle

Ingredients

Pulled Pork Ingredients

  • 4 lbs Boston Butt or Pork Shoulder roast
  • 1/2 large yellow onion cut into slices
  • 3 cloves of garlic smashed
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground Cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups BBQ Sauce divided
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

For The Sliders

  • 12 Hawaiian rolls
  • 3 cups (20 oz) prepared pulled pork
  • Assorted Toppings like coleslaw, pickles, extra BBQ sauce, and sliced cheddar cheese.

Butter Topping For The Sliders

Instructions

To Make the BBQ Pulled Pork

  • Spray the crock of a slow cooker with cooking spray and distribute the onions in an even layer. Add the smashed garlic as well.
  • Place the pork roast on top of the onions and garlic and sprinkle with the spices, salt and pepper.
  • Add the apple cider vinegar and 1 cup of the BBQ sauce. Cook the pork on "LOW" for 6-8 hours or "HIGH" for 4-5 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 205℉ on an instant read meat thermometer.
  • When the cooking is done, transfer the pork to a cutting board and cover it with foil to rest for 25 minutes. While the meat is resting, use a spoon to skim off any fat that has risen to the top of the cooking liquid in the slow cooker.
  • Once the pork has rested and is cool enough to handle, shred it with two forks. Return the shredded pork to the Crockpot and add the remaining 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce and mix it into pork.

Make The Sliders

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉, and grab a quarter sheet pan or 13x9" baking dish.
  • In the microwave or a small skillet, melt the butter. Once melted, brush half the butter on the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Next, cut the Hawaiian rolls in half horizontally, creating a top half and a bottom half.
  • Place the bottom half of the rolls on the buttered dish. Cut side facing up.
  • Distribute the pulled pork over the bottom of the rolls, I like to make piles on each roll for easy separation.
  • Place the top half of the rolls over the pork, then brush with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. Tip: Pull the rolls apart now for easier serving later.
  • Bake the sliders at 350℉ for 15-20 minutes until pork is heated through and buns are toasted. Watch closely, the buns can burn quickly.
  • If desired, remove the top bun and spoon on coleslaw, pickles, or extra BBQ sauce. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use a slotted spoon to spoon the pork on the Hawaiian rolls. Too much sauce can make the buns soggy.
  • To add cheese, add a slice to the bottom bun before adding the pork and baking.
  • If the pork is cold, warm it up first or bake the sliders without the top bun for 10 minutes. Then add the top bun and finish baking for 5-10 more minutes. The buns brown really quickly, so avoid overbaking!
Cuisine American, Appetizers, BBQ Sides, Comfort Food, Side Dishes
Course Appetizer, Party Food, Sides

Nutrition

Serving: 1Slider | Calories: 498kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 1251mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 744IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3mg