Pulled Pork Sliders

Name: Pulled Pork Sliders
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 6 pack gluten-free Canyon Bakehouse hawaiian rolls or other dinner rolls; 1.5 cups leftover pulled pork (✅); 3 slices provolone cheese (✅); 2 tablespoons mayo; 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish; 1 teaspoon dried minced onion (✅)

Pulled pork sliders are a kid favorite that comes together quickly using leftover pulled pork. Shredded pork is piled onto gluten-free rolls then topped with cheese. The buns are brushed with a mixture of mayo and spices and then baked to a golden brown.

This easy slider recipe makes for a tasty weeknight meal paired with a side dish (or two!) or served as an appetizer for the next occasion. We share serving size suggestions below if making for a larger crowd!

We have a couple of pulled pork recipes that are equally as delicious and are seasoned to perfection, check out our Pork Roast Instant Pot recipe or our Pulled Pork Rub recipe. You will not be disappointed!

Slider Sandwiches

You can’t go wrong when serving shredded pork sandwiches. Kids and adults alike love taking a bite into a slider sandwich. The addition of the mayonnaise mixture to the top of the slider prior to baking is the secret sauce that completes our recipe.

It is fun to think of innovative ways for our family to enjoy leftovers. It helps when we can create recipes with leftovers during the week to save time. This is now one of our new favorite leftover dishes!

Of course, we still look forward to serving our Taco Quesadilla, Steak Nachos, Beef Chimichangas and Gluten Free Chicken Enchiladas, but it’s exciting to have a new recipe to add to the menu rotation!

To get started, gather the equipment and ingredients then follow the written instructions or printable recipe card below. Enjoy!

Equipment

9×9 pan
bread knife
measuring spoons
small mixing bowl
spoon
pastry brush

Ingredients

6 pack gluten-free Canyon Bakehouse Hawaiian rolls or other dinner rolls
1.5 cups leftover pulled pork ✅
3 slices provolone cheese ✅
2 tablespoons mayo
2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
1 teaspoon dried minced onion ✅

Gluten-Free Guide: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten.

pulled pork on top of Hawaiian rolls in baking dish

How To Make

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Slice the rolls in half without cutting them apart setting the top half aside. We really liked the Canyon Bakehouse Hawaiian rolls but you can use other gluten-free dinner rolls as well.

Build the sliders

Add the pulled pork to the bottom of the rolls. Top with cheese then place the top of the rolls on top.

Blend the topping

In a small mixing bowl combine the mayo, horseradish, and dried onion. Using a pastry brush spread on top of the dinner rolls.

Bake

Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the topping is baked into the rolls. Serve hot.

ingredients for a dressing in a mixing bowl

mayonnaise dressing brushed on top of pulled pork sliders

What Goes with Pulled Pork

There are a variety of sides to go with pulled pork such as Gluten Free Pasta Salad, Gluten Free Potato Salad, Broccoli Salad without Mayo, Velveeta Cheese Sauce, Dairy Free Chicken Buffalo Dip, Sour Cream and Onion Dip and Spinach Dip with Greek Yogurt. Pick one or choose a few different side dishes to serve.

These pork sliders can also be paired with chips, a fruit tray and a veggie platter for simplicity.

Pulled Pork Sandwich Toppings

These sliders can be served as is or any of these toppings can be added after baking!

Fresh or canned pineapple slices
Coleslaw
Avocado slides
Gluten-free mac & cheese
Jalapenos
Pickled onions
Bacon

If serving for an appetizer, it can be fun to offer a variety of toppings for guests to customize their sandwiches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Best roll for pulled pork?

Any gluten-free roll will work for sandwiches or sliders. We do, however, highly recommend these Hawaiian rolls as the flavor pairs extremely well with the pork.

How much pulled pork per slider?

Aim to pack 2-3 ounces of pork per slider.

How many sliders per person?

Estimate 2-3 sliders per person when serving alongside other appetizers or side dishes.

How long does pulled pork last in the fridge?

Pulled pork will last up to 3-4 days in the fridge. Freezing pulled pork for up to 3 months is also an option. You can then defrost the pork before adding to the sliders.

hand picking up gluten free pulled pork slider

Kids In The Kitchen

Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.

Ask for assistance when slicing the buns in half and always wear a cut glove to practice knife safety.
Make the sliders dairy free by not using the cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.
Level off the tablespoons and teaspoons when measuring the sauce ingredients to get an accurate measurement.

More Easy Pork Recipes

CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.

The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.

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