Tiki-Inspired Pulled Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw

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Slow-cooked tender pulled pork served on mini buns with a tangy pineapple and cabbage slaw for a tropical tiki twist. This caribbean-inspired pork ready in about 500 minutes pairs boneless pork shoulder, smoked paprika, brown sugar 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 12 Caribbean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper to make a spice rub. Rub evenly over 3 lbs pork shoulder.
  2. Step 2: Place pork in a slow cooker with 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar and 1/2 cup pineapple juice. Cook on low for 8 hours until pork is tender and shreds easily.
  3. Step 3: In a bowl, combine 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tbsp honey. Mix well to create the pineapple slaw.
  4. Step 4: Shred the cooked pork with two forks and mix with the cooking juices in the slow cooker.
  5. Step 5: To assemble, pile pulled pork onto 12 mini slider buns and top each with a generous spoonful of pineapple slaw. Serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Tiki-Inspired Pulled Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw take to make?

Total time is about 500 minutes (20 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 Tiki-Inspired Pulled 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 boneless pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Tiki-Inspired Pulled 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 Tiki-Inspired Pulled Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw 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 Tiki-Inspired Pulled Pork Sliders with Pineapple Slaw?

Caribbean pork 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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