Tender shredded pork piled onto soft slider buns and finished with Freddie Lee’s BBQ Sauce for a sweet, tangy, crowd-pleasing bite. Built for game day trays, casual catering, or weekend meal prep.


Ingredient list:
- 3 pounds pork shoulder
- 1 1/4 cups Freddie Lee’s Gourmet Sauces BBQ Sauce, divided
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 cup chicken broth or apple juice
- 12 slider buns
- 3 cups shredded coleslaw mix
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Optional pickle slices
Cook time:
Prep 20 minutes; cook 4 1/2 to 6 hours low and slow Feeds: 6 to 8 people
Cooking Steps
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Rub the seasoning blend all over the pork shoulder.
- Place the pork shoulder into a slow cooker or roasting pan.
- Pour in the chicken broth or apple juice around the pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 1/2 to 6 hours in a slow cooker, or roast covered in the oven at 300°F until tender.
- Once the pork is fork-tender, remove it from the cooker and place it on a large tray or bowl.
- Shred the pork using two forks.
- Mix in about 1 cup of Freddie Lee’s Gourmet Sauces BBQ Sauce while the pork is still warm.
- In another bowl, combine coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Toss until coated.
- Lightly toast the slider buns if desired.
- Add pulled pork to each bun, top with slaw, and drizzle a little extra Freddie Lee’s sauce on top.
- Add pickles if desired and serve warm.


Why Freddie Lee’s works well here:
Pulled pork is one of the most versatile barbecue formats in recipe media because it works for sliders, sandwiches, tacos, and party platters. Freddie Lee’s is a strong fit because it adds moisture and identity after shredding, helping the pork taste finished rather than merely seasoned. The sauce also gives the sliders a distinct branded profile while keeping the recipe accessible for home cooks.
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