Pulled Ham for Sliders & More

There's something absolutely magical about pulled ham—it's the kind of dish that makes your guests wonder if you've been secretly training as a pitmaster. Spoiler alert: you haven't. But they don't need to know that.

The beauty of pulled ham is its deceptive simplicity. While it looks like you've spent hours tending to a smoker, the reality is far more forgiving. This is the dish that lets you look like a culinary genius while actually giving you plenty of time to set the table, chill with your guests, or just breathe before the big meal kicks off.

What makes pulled ham such a crowd-pleaser? For starters, it's incredibly versatile. Serve it on soft rolls for sandwiches, pile it high on a platter as a main course, or use it as the star ingredient in everything from mac and cheese to fried rice. Your guests will be too busy enjoying themselves to realize you've basically created a one-dish wonder that works for any occasion.

The texture is where the real magic happens. When done right, pulled ham practically dissolves on your tongue—tender, juicy, and so flavorful that you'll find yourself going back for seconds (and thirds). It's the kind of comfort food that brings people together, whether you're hosting a holiday feast, a casual family gathering, or feeding a hungry crowd at your next backyard celebration.

Pulled Ham & Cheese Sliders

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While there's a lot you can do with pulled ham, we opted for these fan-favorite ham and cheese sliders that can easily feed a large crowd.

Ingredients

For the ham

• 1 whole ham (not spiral!)

• Yellow mustard

• Pork Perfect seasoning

  5.5 oz - Medium ∙ $6.99 10.7 oz - X-Large ∙ $9.99 Add To Cart

For the sliders

• Hawaiian rolls

• Yellow mustard

• Honey

• Cheddar cheese

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Directions

To make the pulled ham

1. Preheat your oven, roaster, grill or smoker to 300°F.

2. Rub down ham with mustard and Pork Perfect.

3. Place ham in a pan and roast until internal temp reaches 205°F. Ham should be falling apart at this point. This usually takes 5-7 hours.

4. Pull and rest for at least 1 hour. Pull apart with hands. EAT!

To make the sliders

1. Slice a sheet of Hawaiian rolls in half. Spread some mustard on both sides.

2. Add a pile of pulled ham to the bottom half and top with honey and cheddar cheese.

3. Toast open-face on a sheet pan until cheese melts. Pull and cover with the top half of the rolls.
4. Slice and share!

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