11 Inventive Ideas and Creative Recipes for Leftover Pulled Pork (2024)

Updated on 01/21/23

17 Side Dishes for Pulled Pork

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  Macaroni and Cheese With Pulled Pork

  

  Macaroni and cheese, the quintessential comfort food, reaches a new level when you combine it with pulled pork. Serve this easy pulled pork macaroni and cheese casserole withhomemade coleslawandbiscuitsorsoft rolls for weeknight stress release or a cozy Sunday supper.

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  Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

  

  Fusion cuisine for the home kitchen, pulled pork egg rolls use packaged or homemade egg roll wrappers and can be baked or deep-fried. Serve them as an easy-to-prepare snack or appetizer, or pair them with hot rice or Asian-style noodles for a delicious takeout-style meal.

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  Pulled Pork Tamales

  

  Tamalesare most often associated with Latin American cuisines, but they're also a Mississippi Delta specialty. Pulled pork shoulder pairs beautifully with the cornmeal dough in these tamales, which are easier to make than you might think.You can freeze pulled pork tamales and reheat them when you're ready to feast.

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  Pulled Pork Barbecue Empanadas

  

  The flaky, delicious crust on these pulled pork barbecue empanadas turns them into handheld pies for effortless serving. Make them lunch size or bite size and pair them with some homemade coleslaw andbarbecue saucefor dipping.

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  Pulled Pork Arepas

  

  In this recipe, slow-cooked pulled pork fills Venezuelan-style arepas, a griddle-fried corn cake. A tasty lemon or lime, cilantro garlic aioli goes well with these South American sandwiches.

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  Cemita: A Pueblan-Style Mexican Pulled Pork Sandwich

  

  This Pueblan-style Mexican pulled pork sandwich layers pulled pork with peppers, avocado, sliced tomato, and cheese. The recipe calls for rich Mexican cemita buns, but brioche buns or other slightly sweet breads work as a substitute.

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  Pulled Pork Sliders

  

  You can scale this party hit for a smaller meal at home. Use standard slider buns or make mini buns for thesepulled pork sandwiches.Top them with a simple coleslaw or pickle slices and serve them with barbecue sauce on the side.

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  Pulled Pork Barbecue Biscuit Cups

  

  Try these pulled pork barbecue biscuit cups when you need a hearty snack. This recipe combines leftover pulled pork with barbecue sauce and a can of refrigerated biscuits for a savory treat that will be appreciated on its own or as the star of a backyard or living room picnic withcreamy coleslaw and fries or chips.

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  Brunswick Stew With Pork and Chicken

  

  This hearty Brunswick stew with pork and chicken uses leftover pulled pork and cooked shredded or chopped chicken thighs. Serve Brunswick stew with cornbread, pickles, andcoleslawor a salad on the side.

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  Pork Ragu

  

  Use your leftover shredded pork shoulder to make this fabulous Italian-style pork ragu. Serve it over your favorite pasta with a generous sprinkling of Parmesan cheese.

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  Easy Mini Pork Quiches

  

  These easy mini quiches with pulled pork — a snap to prepare — make great little one-bite snacks. Use leftover roasted or braised pork shoulder for the filling. Round dumpling wraps or wonton wrappersline mini muffin cups to make the crust.