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Savory Pulled Pork Sliders with Bourbon BBQ Sauce Slow Cooker

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Tender pulled pork cooked low and slow in a bourbon BBQ sauce, served on soft slider buns. Perfect for gatherings and BBQ lovers seeking a fuss-free, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 lbs pork shoulder (pork butt)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (60 ml)
  • 1 cup ketchup (240 ml)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
  • About 12 slider buns
  • Pickles or coleslaw for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Combine salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar in a small bowl. Rub this spice mix all over the pork, pressing it into every nook and cranny. This takes about 10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, and hot sauce (if using). Set aside.
  3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker insert. Pour half of the barbecue sauce over the pork, turning to coat evenly. Reserve the rest for serving or mixing in after cooking.
  4. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is fork-tender and shreds easily.
  5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks, discarding large chunks of fat. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir in the reserved BBQ sauce. Heat through on low for 10-15 minutes.
  6. Toast the slider buns lightly in a skillet or oven if desired. Pile pulled pork onto the bottom half of each bun, add pickles or coleslaw if using, then top with the bun lid.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

If sauce thickens too much during cooking, stir in a splash of water or apple juice to loosen. Season pork well with dry rub before cooking. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Keep slow cooker lid closed during cooking to maintain moisture. For non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or extra vinegar.

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