Memphis BBQ Smokehouse Pulled Pork Sliders
A delicious and authentic Memphis-style pulled pork slider recipe inspired by the famous smokehouse cuisine, perfect for a Friday night tailgate or secret restaurant hack at home.
Allergens
Wheat (in the brioche slider buns), Eggs (if using store-bought coleslaw or spicy honey mustard sauce containing these ingredients)
Ingredients
- 1. 2 lbs pork shoulder 2. 1 cup BBQ rub 3. 2 cups hickory wood chips 4. 2 cups your favorite BBQ sauce 5. 8 mini brioche slider buns 6. Coleslaw (store
- bought or homemade) 7. Spicy honey mustard sauce (store
- bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the pork shoulder by trimming any excess fat and applying a generous layer of BBQ rub, making sure to coat all sides evenly.
- Soak wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat (around 350°F/175°C). Place wood chips directly on the hot coals and allow them to smoke, then place the pork shoulder on the grill grates, fat side up, and cook for approximately 4 hours, basting with BBQ sauce every hour.
- Once the pork reaches an internal temperature of 195°F (90°C), remove it from the grill and let it rest for about 20 minutes before pulling the meat apart using two forks.
- To assemble sliders, slice the mini brioche buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill. Add a generous portion of pulled pork to each bottom half, top with coleslaw, drizzle with spicy honey mustard sauce, and place the top half of the bun over it.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef’s Insight
This recipe captures the essence of Memphis-style BBQ, known for its bold flavors and slow-cooked meats. The use of hickory wood chips adds a distinct smoky aroma to the pulled pork, while the spicy honey mustard sauce provides a perfect balance of heat and sweetness.
Notes
The coleslaw and spicy honey mustard sauce can be store-bought or homemade, depending on your preference.