Pulled Pork Sliders

You guys, I have to admit, I've jumped on the "slider" band-wagon.  I mean, they are small sandwiches, so you can eat more than one!  What's not to love about that??  Plus, Hawiian rolls and I are in love.  It's true...

My pulled pork recipe isn't new, but this take on it using a Hawiian roll is.  What can I say except you're welcome... I'm singing Moana songs in my head now... But seriously, they are that good!

Ingredients for Slow Cooked Pork w/ Dry Rub (Also know as Pulled Pork):
1 pork roast (2lbs should be enough for 4 people, but if you want leftovers get a bigger roast)
Non-stick cooking spray
2 tbs. brown sugar
1 tbs. granulated garlic powder
1 tbs. sea salt (or kosher salt)
1 tbs. paprika
bbq sauce
package of Hawiian rolls

Directions:
Pat your roast dry.  Combine your spice rub ingredients and liberally coat your roast with them.  Heat a large cast iron skillet (maybe there is another pan you can use if you don't have one, but cast iron is the best. And it's cheap, so do yourself a favor and go buy a cast iron skillet!) over medium high heat.  Add a little canola oil to the pan and place roast in pan.  Cook a few minuets on each side until the meat starts to brown up. Coat the inside of your slow cooker with non-stick spray (this makes clean up easier).  Place your roast in the slow cooker  and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours.  I cooked a 4lb roast for 6 hours on high.  If you make a smaller roast you could probably start checking it after 3-4 hours.

Using a fork shred your pork into bite sized chunks. Heat a couple of cups of your favorite BBQ sauce in a small sauce pan or in a microwave safe bowl. (More or less sauce depending on how much you like on your sandwich.) Pour  the warm sauce over the pork and stir until it coats the meat.  Place on toasted Hawiian rolls and serve with broccoli slaw (recipe below) or your favorite coleslaw recipe if you prefer.

Recipe for Broccoli Slaw:
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tbs. brown sugar
generous pinch of sea salt
1/2 a bag of broccoli slaw (found at Trader Joe's)

Directions:
Combine vinegar and brown sugar.  Slowly whisk in the olive oil.  Add salt to taste.  Pour over slaw and toss.  If using for pulled pork sandwiches, top them with the slaw and enjoy!!

You're welcome!  (still singing)