Pulled Pork Hawaiian Roll Sliders

This pulled pork Hawaiian roll sliders recipe is a family favorite and so simple! These pork sliders are made with a simple, homemade barbecue sauce. Made in a slow cooker with a pork shoulder roast and delicious!

These are so flavorful, and because you make them in a slow cooker, they practically cook themselves.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Slow cooker pork turns out incredibly tender with minimal effort.
• Sweet Hawaiian rolls perfectly balance the smoky barbecue flavors.
• Great option for game day, family dinners, or special occasions.
• Uses simple ingredients found in most grocery stores.
• Leftover pulled pork can be repurposed in different ways.
• The combination of Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar creates a rich, tangy sauce.
• Easy recipe that requires little prep work.
• Works well with favorite toppings like coleslaw mix, cheddar cheese, or dill pickles.

Ingredients for Hawaiian roll sliders

• Pork shoulder roast
• Onion, chopped
• Bottled barbeque sauce
• Apple cider vinegar
• Chicken broth
• Light brown sugar
• Mustard
• Worcestershire sauce
• Paprika
• Chili powder
• Garlic cloves, crushed
• Black pepper
• Hawaiin slider rolls
• Shredded cabbage (optional)

Equipment and kitchen tools

• Slow cooker

How to make the best pulled pork sliders

1. Place a liner or lightly grease the slow cooker pot.
2. Place the onion on the bottom of the pot.
3. Place pork shoulder on top of onions in the pot.
4. Mix together all other ingredients (except buns and cabbage) in a spouted cup or bowl. Mix well.
5. Season pork with pepper and pour the sauce over the roast.
6. Cook in a slow cooker for 10–12 hours.
7. Turn off the slow cooker and use two forks to pull cooked pork apart.
8. Spoon cooked pork onto buns and add a little cabbage to each slider.

 

Tips for the Best Results

• Use boneless pork shoulder or pork butt for the best texture.
• Cook on low for 10-12 hours for tender pork that easily shreds.
• Let the pork rest in the sauce for extra flavor before serving.
• Toast the buns in a warm oven or air fryer.
• Use a serrated knife to slice through soft Hawaiian rolls cleanly.
• If making ahead, store shredded pork in an airtight container and reheat with a drizzle of barbecue sauce.

Substitutions and Variations

• Swap Hawaiian sweet rolls for any other slider rolls that you like.
• Use Dijon mustard instead of regular mustard for extra tang.
• Add a splash of pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
• Experiment with different barbecue sauce flavors.
• Add slices of cheese like pepper jack or cheddar.
• Layer with tangy coleslaw or creamy coleslaw.
• Serve with potato chips or French fries for a complete meal.

FAQs

More perfect pork recipes

If you love this recipe, check out these other pork recipes:

• Stovetop Pork Chops – These simple stovetop pork chops are always simple to make and they taste wonderful.
• Skillet Brown Sugar Pork Chops –These skillet pork chops are a simple meal idea for a weeknight. Made with a brown sugar sauce, they are tangy and tender.
• Saucy Pork Chops – These stovetop pork chops have a tangy apricot flavor that makes them saucy and delicious!
•  Pork Chops with Honey – A delicious and colorful dinner idea that comes together in minutes.

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