Cuban Sliders
Cuban sliders are a delicious twist on classic flavors, featuring juicy marinated pork, tangy pickles, gooey Swiss cheese, and sweet caramelized onions all tucked into soft toasted buns. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for game nights or gatherings, offering a delightful combination of savory and sweet in every bite. Easy to make and customize, these sliders are sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at any event.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 sliders 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slider buns
- 2 lbs pork shoulder
- 6 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
- 1 cup caramelized onions
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate pork shoulder in garlic, orange juice, cumin, salt, and pepper for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Roast marinated pork in a covered pan with liquid for about 4 hours until tender.
- Shred cooked pork with two forks.
- Toast slider buns in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown.
- Spread mustard on each bun half; layer shredded pork, caramelized onions, pickles, and cheese.
- Bake assembled sliders at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider adding jalapeños or swapping Swiss cheese for Gouda or pepper jack. - Leftover sliders can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.