Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Sliders with Pickled Red Onion

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

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Mini pork sliders glazed with a honey-mustard sauce, topped with tangy quick-pickled red onions, perfect for handheld enjoyment at any outdoor gathering. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 32 minutes, pairs ground pork, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, 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: 12 min Serves 8 American cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
8 small slider buns
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Step 1: Combine 1 lb ground pork, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder in a bowl. Form into eight 2-inch diameter patties.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork patties for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and browned.
Step 3: While pork cooks, combine 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 medium thinly sliced red onion in a small bowl. Let sit for at least 15 minutes to quick-pickle.
Step 4: In a small saucepan over low heat, mix 2 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp Dijon mustard. Warm gently until blended and slightly thickened.
Step 5: Brush the honey-mustard glaze over the cooked pork patties, then assemble the sliders by placing each patty on a small slider bun and topping with a generous spoonful of pickled red onions.
Step 6: Serve these handheld sliders chilled or at room temperature, ideal for a picnic or casual outdoor meal.