Recipes

Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

Serves 4-6

| Prep Time: 30 mins

| Cook Time: 4 hours

| Total Time: 4 hours 30 min

You may need: Memphis BBQ

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Buckle up for the ultimate BBQ experience with our Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders. This ain't your average backyard grill-out – we're talking about an adventure that'll rock your tastebuds. Picture this: a whopping 5-pound pork shoulder, perfectly seasoned with a blend of Kosher salt, garlic, and a punchy dose of Piquant Post Memphis BBQ spices. It's a flavor explosion, my friends. But here's the kicker – we don't rush this masterpiece. Oh no, we let it slow-cook to tender, smoky perfection in a savory bath of chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. You'll know it's ready when the pork falls apart like a dream, just waiting to be piled high on pillow-soft Hawaiian style rolls.

Now, let's talk slaw. Our Apple Cider Vinegar Slaw is the perfect sidekick to this pulled pork extravaganza. It's a dance of purple cabbage, shredded carrots, garlic, and fresh cilantro, all drenched in a mayo-based dressing with a touch of dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar. Tangy, crunchy, and oh-so-satisfying. So, rally the family and shred some pork – it's time to revel in the goodness of Memphis BBQ. The flavors are bold, the textures are sublime, and with each bite, you'll be transported to the heart of BBQ heaven. It's a ride you won't want to miss. Dig in and let the taste adventure begin!

Ingredients

Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders:
5 lbs pork shoulder, bone in
1.5 Tbsp Kosher salt
2 Tbsp Piquant Post Memphis BBQ
3 Tbsp brown sugar
4 cloves garlic, diced
1 cup chicken broth
3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 Tbsp tomato paste
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
16 Hawaiian style rolls or small buns
Apple Cider Vinegar Slaw:
½ head purple cabbage, thinly sliced
3 carrots, shredded
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp cilantro, minced
½ cup mayo
1 tsp dijon mustard
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper

Notes

We like to use a bone-in meat cut to get the most flavor. If you only have boneless pork shoulder, it works fine and will still be delicious!

We recommend seasoning the meat and making the marinade the night before. In the morning, simply add both to the slow cooker for easy cooking.

We also recommend making and refrigerating the slaw a few hours ahead of serving time. This allows the flavors to meld and to yield a crisp bite.

Optional ingredients add a little character and flavor but don’t sweat it if you don’t have them.

Instructions

Combine Kosher salt, Piquant Post Memphis BBQ and brown sugar. Season the pork shoulder by massaging in the spice mixture. (For optimal flavor, season the night before.) Combine the garlic, chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and worcestershire sauce in a small bowl.

Place the seasoned meat and chicken broth mixture in a slow cooker. Cook on high for 4-6 hours, or low for 6-8 hours.

For the slaw, combine the purple cabbage, carrots, garlic, cilantro, mayo, mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss well and refrigerate.

When the pork is finished cooking, remove from the crock pot onto a cutting board. Shred meat with 2 forks. Transfer to a serving bowl, add back some of the juices from the slow cooker. Serve with Hawaiian buns and topped with slaw.

Alternatives & Substitutions

Try adding our Memphis BBQ to this simple Grilled Chicken recipe for an extra zest! These Smoky Fish Tacos look like a perfect summer evening meal.
Looking for a plant-friendly alternative? Try our Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich recipe.
Accompany your dinner with Memphis BBQ over roasted veggies for a wholesome meal.
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