Slow Cooker Cuban Sliders
Slow Cooker Cuban Sliders are a flavorful delight that brings the taste of Havana right to your table. These tender, savory sliders combine slow-cooked pork shoulder with melted Swiss cheese and zesty dill pickles, all nestled in soft slider buns. Perfect for gatherings or casual dinners, this easy recipe requires minimal prep while delivering maximum flavor. Impress your guests with these mouthwatering bites that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 lbs pork shoulder
- 1/2 cup yellow mustard
- 8 oz Swiss cheese, sliced
- 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
- 12 slider buns (Hawaiian rolls or classic)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and pat dry. Season generously with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- (Optional) Sear the pork in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides for enhanced flavor.
- Place the pork in a slow cooker and spread yellow mustard over the top.
- Add one cup of water or chicken broth around the pork to maintain moisture.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until fork-tender.
- Shred the pork in the slow cooker and mix with juices. Serve on slider buns topped with Swiss cheese and dill pickles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a vegan option, substitute jackfruit for the pork. - Customize with different cheeses like pepper jack for extra spice. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a microwave or skillet.