Tailgate Game Day Lunch: Memphis BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders with Smoky Coleslaw

A delicious and crowd-pleasing game day lunch recipe that captures the essence of a Friday night tailgate. This Memphis BBQ pulled pork sliders with smoky coleslaw recipe will become your go-to for every sports event!

Time: Prep: 10 minutes + overnight marination - Cook: 8 hours (smoking/grilling) - Total: 8 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 2 (serves 4 sliders per person)

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American, Southern

Allergens

None

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
1 cup BBQ dry rub
2 cups your favorite BBQ sauce
8 slider buns
4 cups shredded cabbage
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp sugar
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Rub the pork shoulder with BBQ dry rub, making sure it is evenly coated. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
Preheat your smoker or grill to 250°F (120°C). Smoke the pork shoulder for 6 8 hours or until tender and pulling away from the bone.
Remove the pork from the smoker/grill, shred it using two forks, and mix with BBQ sauce. Keep warm.
In a large bowl, combine cabbage, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
Assemble the sliders: top each bottom bun with pulled pork, a generous scoop of smoky coleslaw, and then the top bun.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your game day lunch!

Chef’s Insight

Feel free to adjust the BBQ dry rub and sauce to your taste preferences - spicy, tangy, sweet, or smoky!

Notes

For the best results, use a quality BBQ dry rub and BBQ sauce. You can also add your favorite pickles or jalapeños for added flavor and crunch.