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Introducing Slow Cooker Sweet Carolina Pulled Pork Sliders—these sliders are incredibly tender, juicy, and delightfully messy, just as a slider should be! The pork is slow-cooked all day with a fantastic spice rub and sweet vinegar, making it an absolute crowd-pleaser!
Are you as thrilled for football season as I am? Every year, I eagerly anticipate the arrival of football season. But let’s be honest—I’m not exactly an expert on the game itself. What truly excites me is the mouthwatering food that accompanies any football gathering!
Football season becomes even more enjoyable with tailgating parties and social events. Am I right? You simply must have incredible food while cheering for your favorite team! Elevate your tailgate experience by featuring pork on the menu. Personally, I adore incorporating pork into various dishes, and these Sweet Carolina Pulled Pork Sliders were undoubtedly the highlight of our gathering!
Inspired by my time in North Carolina where pulled pork reigns supreme, I was eager to recreate this beloved dish for my family. The combination of sweet and spicy flavors is unbeatable!
Cooking pork in a slow cooker is one of my favorite methods; after 12 hours of slow cooking, it becomes unbelievably tender—perfect for shredding! The spice rub infuses each bite with amazing flavor while brown sugar adds just the right touch of sweetness.
One major advantage of using a slow cooker is its portability—ideal for transporting your dish to tailgating events! It was so convenient to bring along the slow cooker filled with succulent pulled pork; we could assemble sliders on-site while keeping everything warm.
In our household, we proudly support the University of Utah—and luckily enough—we’ve moved into a neighborhood filled with fellow fans who share our passion! Game days become even more enjoyable when spent among great neighbors.
We planned our tailgating party all week long in anticipation of creating delicious dishes together! In my opinion, sliders are essential at any gathering—they’re hearty and satisfying. These particular sliders turned out to be an enormous hit at our event! For added flair, I used pretzel slider buns from Costco paired with a simple creamy cabbage coleslaw topping.
Our table overflowed with delectable food—that’s what football season is all about!
I’m confident that you’ll love this recipe just as much as we did. From melt-in-your-mouth sweet pulled pork to creamy coleslaw nestled between pretzel buns—these sliders will impress everyone at your next tailgate party!
For more scrumptious tailgating ideas from the National Pork Board like Nacho-Crusted Pork Tenderloin or Buffalo Pork Ribs, don’t forget to check out their website for irresistible pork recipes!
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Ingredients:
- Spice Rub:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt – 1 tablespoon paprika – 1 teaspoon black pepper – 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard
- A pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions:
- In a small bowl combine brown sugar and spices.
- Generously rub this mixture over your cut of pork.
- Place seasoned pork into your slow cooker alongside sliced onions.
- Pour cider vinegar and Worcestershire sauce over everything; add sugar. 5. Cook on low heat for approximately 12 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred meat using two forks before serving on buns topped with creamy coleslaw if desired.
### Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 34 kcal - Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Sodium: 896 mg
- Potassium: 55 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 6 g
Note: Nutritional values are estimated based on available data.
This recipe has been sponsored by the National Pork Board—a brand I’m proud to collaborate with due to its alignment with my culinary passions.
About Alyssa Rivers:
Alyssa Rivers is an accomplished author known for ‘The Tried and True Cookbook,’ along with being a professional food photographer and skilled recipe developer whose work has been featured across platforms like Good Morning America & Buzzfeed.
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