Imagine sinking your teeth into the most mouthwatering, fall-apart tender pulled pork sliders that combine the rich, sweet complexity of hoisin sauce with perfectly slow-cooked meat. These aren't just any ordinary sliders - they're a culinary journey that transforms a simple pork shoulder into a crowd-pleasing sensation that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a summer barbecue, or just craving something incredibly delicious, these Hoisin Pulled Pork Sliders are about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8 hrs
Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp minced ginger
- 12 slider buns
- Coleslaw (for topping)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the pork shoulder. Trim any excess fat from the meat to ensure that the pulled pork is not overly greasy. Cut the pork into large chunks to help it cook evenly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Whisk the ingredients together until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Add the pork shoulder chunks to the bowl with the marinade. Ensure that each piece of pork is well coated in the sauce. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. For best results, marinate for several hours or overnight.
- Once marinated, transfer the pork and marinade to a slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for approximately 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- After the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces. Discard any large pieces of fat.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the remaining sauce to ensure it is well coated. Allow it to warm through for an additional 10-15 minutes on low.
- While the pulled pork is warming, prepare the slider buns. You can toast them lightly on a skillet or in the oven for added texture if desired.
- To assemble the sliders, take a slider bun and add a generous portion of the hoisin pulled pork. Top with a scoop of coleslaw for added crunch and flavor.
- Serve the sliders warm, and enjoy your delicious hoisin pulled pork sliders with family and friends!
Tips
- Marinating is Key: For maximum flavor, let your pork marinate overnight. The longer it sits in the hoisin sauce mixture, the more deeply the flavors will penetrate the meat.
- Low and Slow is the Motto: Use a slow cooker and cook on low heat to ensure the pork becomes incredibly tender and easy to shred.
- Fat Matters: While trimming excess fat is good, leave a little for added flavor and moisture. Just remove any large, tough pieces.
- Toasting Slider Buns: Lightly toast your buns for extra texture and to prevent them from getting soggy from the pulled pork.
- Coleslaw Hack: Make your coleslaw ahead of time and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Leftover Magic: These pulled pork sliders reheat beautifully. Store the meat and buns separately and assemble just before serving to maintain that perfect texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 28g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 95mg
