Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Cuban Sliders, where tender pork meets zesty spices and soft slider buns. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for gatherings, transforming any occasion into a festive feast. With minimal prep time, you can enjoy mouthwatering sliders that are sure to impress your guests or family. Get ready for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 10 slider buns (potato or your choice)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (pure)
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- Optional: Pork rub for seasoning
Instructions
- Set up your slow cooker on low heat.
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped onions, cumin, oregano, bell peppers, pineapple juice, and mustard until well combined.
- Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker and pour the marinade over it.
- Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or until the pork is fork-tender.
- Shred the pork using forks or tongs and serve on slider buns with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (about 120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider browning the pork before adding it to the slow cooker. Feel free to substitute pork with chicken or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. Customize toppings with pickles, spicy mayo, or cheese to elevate your sliders.