Paleo Pulled Pork Sliders

Get ready to elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Paleo Pulled Pork Sliders—an easy, low-carb twist on a classic comfort food! Juicy, slow-cooked pork shoulder is seasoned to perfection with a savory spice rub featuring paprika, garlic, cumin, and a touch of coconut sugar for subtle sweetness. Tender meat is paired with crisp butter lettuce "buns," a refreshing coleslaw mix, thinly sliced apples for a pop of crunch and sweetness, and a drizzle of tangy Dijon mustard. Cooked low and slow for hours, this recipe boasts melt-in-your-mouth textures and bold flavors, all while being 100% Paleo-friendly. Perfect for meal prep, parties, or a satisfying weeknight dinner, these sliders are a healthy and delicious crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup bone broth
• 12 butter lettuce leaves
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 1 apple, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix coconut sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create a rub.

Step 2

Rub the spice mixture onto the pork shoulder thoroughly, ensuring even coverage.

Step 3

Place the seasoned pork shoulder into a slow cooker.

Step 4

Pour apple cider vinegar and bone broth over the pork.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with a lid and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

Step 6

Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a large cutting board.

Step 7

Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.

Step 8

For the sliders, wash and pat dry the butter lettuce leaves.

Step 9

In each leaf, place some pulled pork, a spoonful of coleslaw mix, a few slices of apple, and a drizzle of dijon mustard.

Step 10

Fold the lettuce wrap gently and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3024.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3404.7

Total Fat 169.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1200.7mg	0%
Sodium 6662.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 49.3g
Protein 342.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 704.2mg	0%
Iron 23.5mg	0%
Potassium 7889.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.1%

Protein: 42.2%

Carbs: 10.7%