Description

Cranberry Chipotle BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders are a delightful fusion of smoky and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Juicy, tender pulled pork is slow-cooked in a rich cranberry chipotle sauce, then served on soft buns for an irresistible treat. Perfect for gatherings or game days, these sliders are sure to impress and quickly become a favorite among friends and family.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 lbs pork shoulder
1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
2–4 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to taste)
1 large sweet onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
8 soft slider buns

Instructions

Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and season with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the pork on all sides until golden brown.
Layer sliced onions and minced garlic in a slow cooker; place the seared pork on top.
Pour cranberry sauce and chopped chipotle peppers over the pork; drizzle with apple cider vinegar.
Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until the pork is fork-tender.
Shred the pork with two forks, mixing it with the cooking sauce before serving on buns.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slider (150g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For variations, substitute pork with chicken or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. Adjust spice levels by increasing sweet elements or using fewer chipotle peppers.