Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw

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Slow-roasted pork shoulder shredded with pineapple and coconut, served on mini buns with a tangy cabbage slaw. This Hawaiian-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 200 minutes, pairs Pork shoulder roast, Soy sauce, Brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 395 calories and feeds 4, 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 4 Hawaiian cuisine 395 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 1/4 cup pineapple juice in a bowl. Rub mixture over the 2 lb pork shoulder roast and place in a roasting pan.
  2. Step 2: Cover tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 3 hours until fork-tender. Remove and let rest for 10 minutes. Shred pork with forks, discarding excess fat, and stir in 1/4 cup diced pineapple.
  3. Step 3: Mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/2 cup shredded cabbage, 1/4 cup shredded carrots, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Spread 2 tbsp slaw on each slider bun, top with 1/2 cup shredded pork, and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 200 minutes (20 min prep + 180 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 Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw?

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 roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw?

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 Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Hawaiian-Style Kalua Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw?

Hawaiian sandwiches & wraps 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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