Pork is a very versatile protein and pulled pork sliders are always a hit! Especially when paired with a tangy slaw and a side of lemony kale chips!
Pulled Pork Sliders
A sweet and tangy dish that is sure to please!
PREP: 10 min. COOK: 20 min. TOTAL: 30 min.
INGREDIENTS:
For the pulled pork:
3 pieces pork tenderloin, cut into 2" slices
2 tbsp. chili powder
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
2 tbsp. spicy brown mustard
Hawaiian slider buns
For the slaw:
1 package slaw mix
3/4 cups mayonaise
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tbsp sugar
salt and pepper to taste
For the kale chips:
1/2 bag kale chips
1 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. salt
2 slices lemon
INSTRUCTIONS:
For the pulled pork:
Add steamer insert to large saucepot filled with 2 inches water; cover and heat to boiling.
Rub pork tenderloin with chili powder and 1⁄2 teaspoon salt; add to steamer.
Reduce heat to maintain simmer; cook pork, covered, 20 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; with hands, shred pork, then toss with barbecue sauce and spicy brown mustard.
Pour slaw mix into a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, cider vinegar, sugar, and some salt and pepper, and then add to the cabbage mixture.
Mix well to combine. Taste for seasoning; adjust with more salt, pepper or sugar as needed.
For the kale chips:
Preheat oven to 350ºF.
Put 1/2 a bag of kale onto a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Mix to coat.
Season with salt and bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy.
Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.