Juicy, tender, and packed with flavor, these barbecue Pulled Pork Sliders are crazy good! Made completely from scratch with slow-cooked pulled pork, crispy bacon, and a spicy coleslaw that brings the heat. Whether you're making them for a family dinner, game day, or a backyard cookout, these pulled pork sliders on Hawaiian rolls are the ultimate slider experience!
What truly sets these pulled pork sliders apart is the braising liquid that doubles as a rich barbecue sauce and the spicy coleslaw that adds the perfect kick. This isn't just any coleslaw, it's bold, spicy, and refreshing with a mix of jalapeños, cilantro, and lime adding the perfect balance of crunch and brightness to compliment the richness of the pork.
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Key Ingredients & Substitutions
- Pulled Pork - Use my Dutch Oven Pulled Pork recipe for the best homemade flavor, or substitute with about 2 pounds of your favorite pulled pork.
- Thick Cut Bacon - Adds a smoky, crispy bite that takes these sliders to the next level.
- Hawaiian Rolls - These soft, slightly sweet rolls are a family favorite. You can substitute with dinner rolls or any slider buns if needed.
- Onions - Red, yellow, or white onions all work well for the coleslaw.
- Apple Cider Vinegar - Adds tang to the coleslaw; white vinegar can be used as a substitute.
- Spicy Coleslaw - The PERFECT coleslaw for pulled pork sliders. You can substitute with your favorite coleslaw or use my traditional coleslaw recipe.
How To Make Pulled Pork Sliders
These barbecue pulled pork sliders are perfect for your next backyard party or potluck!
STEP 1
Prepare the pulled pork using my Dutch Oven Pulled Pork recipe or warm up your favorite pulled pork in a skillet over medium heat. (If using your own pulled pork, you may also need barbecue sauce.)
STEP 2
Make the spicy coleslaw by combining shredded cabbage, thinly sliced red onions, chopped jalapeños, mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and chipotle powder in a large bowl. Mix well and adjust seasonings to taste.
STEP 3
Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and lightly butter the cut sides. Toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden brown.
STEP 4
Assemble the sliders by layering pork on the bottom half of each roll, a drizzle of barbecue sauce if desired, followed by crispy bacon and a generous scoop of spicy coleslaw. Top with the other half of the roll and serve immediately!
💡Expert Tips
- Make Ahead - The pulled pork can be made a day in advance and reheated for easy assembly.
- Adjust the Spice - Add extra jalapeños or chipotle powder to the coleslaw for more heat or leave them out if you prefer a milder coleslaw.
- Crispy Rolls - Toasting the Hawaiian rolls adds great texture and prevents them from getting soggy.
- Extra Sauce - If you love saucy sliders, drizzle a little extra barbecue sauce over the pork before adding the coleslaw.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Classic sides like baked beans, mac and cheese, or potato salad pair perfectly with these sliders.
Coleslaw is always great on pulled pork sliders. Pickled red onions are also a great addition.
You can get around 6-8 sliders from 1 pound of pulled pork. This recipe uses about 2 pounds to make 12 sliders. It really depends on how much meat you put on each slider.
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📖 Recipe
Pulled Pork Sliders
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pulled pork see my Dutch Oven Pulled Pork Recipe
- 6 slices thick cut bacon cooked and cut into bite sized pieces
- 12 slider buns
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- 3 cups green cabbage shredded
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1-2 jalapeños finely chopped
- ⅓ cup mayo
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼-1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder or cayenne
Instructions
- Prepare the pulled pork using my Dutch Oven Pulled Pork recipe or warm up your favorite pulled pork in a skillet over medium heat. (If using your own pulled pork, you may also need barbecue sauce.)
- Make the spicy coleslaw by combining shredded cabbage, thinly sliced red onions, chopped jalapeños, mayo, sugar, apple cider vinegar, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and chipotle powder in a large bowl. Mix well and adjust seasonings to taste.
- Slice the Hawaiian rolls in half and lightly butter the cut sides. Toast in a skillet or under the broiler until golden brown.
- Assemble the sliders by layering pulled pork on the bottom half of each roll, a drizzle of barbecue sauce if desired, followed by crispy bacon and a generous scoop of spicy coleslaw. Top with the other half of the roll and serve immediately!
Notes
- Make Ahead - The pulled pork can be made a day in advance and reheated for easy assembly.
- Adjust the Spice - Add extra jalapeños or chipotle powder to the coleslaw for more heat or leave them out if you prefer a milder coleslaw.
- Crispy Rolls - Toasting the Hawaiian rolls adds great texture and prevents them from getting soggy.
- Extra Sauce - If you love saucy sliders, drizzle a little extra barbecue sauce over the pulled pork before adding the coleslaw.
Anonymous says
Super easy to make! We loved the spicy slaw, it is perfect for the sliders!