Description
Maple-Bourbon Pulled Pork Sliders are an irresistible treat that combines tender, slow-cooked pork with the sweetness of maple syrup and a hint of bourbon. Nestled in soft slider buns, these sliders are perfect for game days or family gatherings, promising to be the star of any occasion. With rich flavors and easy preparation, they’ll leave your guests asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Slider buns (about 12)
Instructions
- Season the pork shoulder with smoked paprika, cumin, and black pepper.
- Sear the pork in a skillet until browned on all sides.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent; add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, bourbon, apple cider vinegar, and spices.
- Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour the sauce over it.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the pork and mix with its juices before serving on slider buns.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg