Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders
Tender pulled pork with smoky barbecue sauce served on mini buns, great for sharing during family gatherings. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, smoky barbecue sauce, yellow mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 1/2 cups smoky barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 12 slider buns
- 1 1/2 cups coleslaw
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice mix evenly all over the 3 lbs pork shoulder.
- Step 2: Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Pour 1 1/2 cups smoky barbecue sauce and 2 tbsp yellow mustard evenly over the pork.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with two forks.
- Step 4: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it thoroughly, mixing in the cooking juices to keep it moist.
- Step 5: Assemble sliders by placing generous amounts of pulled pork on each of the 12 slider buns, topping each with 2 tbsp coleslaw.
- Step 6: Serve warm with extra barbecue sauce on the side if desired.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders take to make?
Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Family Fun Center BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders?
American bbq & smoked like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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