Turning your leftover pulled pork into something amazing has never been easier or more delicious. I have gathered the best leftover pulled pork recipes from some of my favorite food bloggers for you. I have 30 of the very recipes that will have you making just a little extra pulled pork to guarantee some leftovers.
Pulled pork is one of the easiest things to put together for a meal. Though it takes a while to cook, it is unattended for almost the entire cooking time. And the results are magical. Tender, fall apart rich and fatty pieces of pork that pull apart with almost no effort.
Everyone has their favorite pulled pork meal - ours is probably a big bbq (with my Carolina gold bbq sauce) pulled pork sandwich with some slaw and pickle. Definitely our favorite sandwich.
Inevitably there is always some leftover, and that doesn't mean you have to have the exact same meal over and over again. I've got you covered with enough recipes to get you through many leftover pulled pork nights.
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Why you'll love these recipes
- They are easy. The bulk of the work is already done with having the leftover pulled pork! Many of these recipes come together in 45 mins or less, making them ideal recipes for a busy weeknight.
- So many to choices! While options can sometimes be overwhelming, having a large list of great recipes for leftover pulled pork is a blessing. WIth everything from tacos, and nachos to soups and ragus, you will never run out of ideas.
- This is a year-long list. There is literally something for every season. Tacos go great in summer with a cold beer, nachos are perfect for gamedays, stews make the ultimate comfort food on chilly days.
What is the best cut of meat for pulled pork?
The two most common cuts for making pulled pork are the shoulder or the butt (often seen as Boston Butt). They are tough and fatty cuts of meat and really shine the best when braised and cooked low and slow until they fall apart (hence the pulled pork).
I have used both of these cuts successfully, and there is one other cut that I have used, but rarely see. The picnic ham or shoulder has a large bone, but is also an option for making pulled pork.
Storing leftover pulled pork
- Start by leaving it plain i you can. If you cook your pork with bbq sauce that is fine, it will still work in more leftover recipes; however if you can, leave some of it unsauced to freeze/refrigerate for the leftover recipes.
- Keep any leftovers in the fridge for no more than four days. If you don't want leftovers more than once or twice in a week, freeze the rest.
- Try to freeze in smaller, one meal portions. This way you can use what you like out of the freezer.
The best leftover pulled pork recipes
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Pulled pork nachos are gameday party perfection. And these are the best bbq pulled pork nachos with a homemade cheese sauce.
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This crispy Corn Tortilla Quesadilla (or taco quesadilla) is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. It only takes about 15 minutes to make and is super versatile. Serve quesadillas as an easy appetizer, weeknight dinner, or snack.
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These leftover pulled pork tacos feature prepared-in-advance pulled pork, a spicy peach salsa, avocados, and crumbled cotija cheese. This is a great way to use your meal prep pulled pork. If you’ve thawed your pulled pork, you can have these amazing pork tacos ready in under 30 minutes!
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Pulled Pork Tamales. Delicious slow cooked pulled pork along with masa dough is wrapped in corn husks and steamed. Serve with your favorite salsa and sides.
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Slow cooker pineapple pulled pork recipe that can be served in tacos or on a bun for a burger. It is served with a delicious, homemade pineapple BBQ sauce!
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Pulled pork sandwich meets tostada in this tasty detour with tostadas stacked with cheese, pulled pork, coleslaw, and a quick BBQ sauce.
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Pulled pork is one of my favorite smoked meats. It’s great on so many things and can be used interchangeably in any recipe that calls for ground beef. I love getting creative with pulled pork
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Homemade Pork Carnitas Green Chilaquiles with Eggs is an amazing Mexican breakfast or brunch recipe! Tortilla chips in enchilada sauce are topped with shredded pork, eggs, and toppings. Gluten free.
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For this pulled pork breakfast skillet we served up smoky tender pork with savory sweet potatoes, black beans, and sunny-side-up fried eggs.
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This easy recipe for Pork Drunken Noodles tastes just like your favorite take-out and takes less than 30 minutes to put together!
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These easy, Tangy Asian BBQ Pulled Pork Buns are sweet, savory and completely irresistible. Use leftover pork for these tasty bao.
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These BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Rolls, or Redneck Egg Rolls, are loaded with flavor and great for using up leftover Pulled Pork from a Boston Butt.
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I am always looking for easy ways to use up leftovers. Today I have a delicious quick and easy recipe for Leftover Pulled Pork Casserole.
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This is a traditional Brunswick stew recipe that uses leftover pulled pork and shredded chicken. This recipe makes great use of pantry staple items. #soupseason #soup #brunswickstew #pulledpork
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A great crock pot recipe! This slow cooker jerk pork rice bowl is easy to make and perfect for a cool fall night. Make any night of the week!
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This keto BBQ chicken casserole is a deliciously easy way to enjoy all the flavors we love about barbecue with very little effort! Packed with chicken, cheese, and a flavorful low-carb BBQ sauce, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite in no time. And best of all, it’s low-carb and keto-friendly.
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Transform your pulled pork leftovers into a delicious pasta dish with this easy recipe. Pulled pork pasta is perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.
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The sweet and tangy combination of toppings on this Cherry Bourbon Barbecue Pork Pizza is sure to make this a family favorite!
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This keto pizza recipe puts my leftover pulled pork to good use! I used my favorite cauliflower pizza crust, but include 2 low carb pizza crust recipes too!
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Easy,meaty, full of flavor slow cooker pulled pork party dip to share with best friends! Easy family dinner dip or a fantastic party dish! BBQ is one thing, but easy delicious dips are the must
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Pulled pork dip is filled with leftover pulled pork, velvety cream cheese, tangy cheddar and melty mozzarella for an easy baked dip!
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This BBQ pulled pork potato skins recipe a great game day snack! Crispy stuffed potato skins are meaty, tender & filled w/BBQ pulled pork.
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Pulled Pork Sliders Recipe - BBQ pulled pork sandwiches served on Hawaiian rolls with fork tender pork butt, bbq sauce, melted cheese. Yum!
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These Filipino style egg rolls are filled with BBQ pulled pork, coleslaw, and spicy sriracha aioli. The pulled pork lumpia are then fried to crispy perfection.
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This pork banh mi recipe is filled with bbq pulled pork, pickled carrots, cucumbers and cilantro. It’s a great twist on the traditional banh mi sandwich.
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Air Fryer Baked Potatoes with BBQ Pulled Pork is a pantry-friendly, 5-minute-prep dinner idea. If you have leftover pulled pork, potatoes, and bbq sauce, you can make this easy recipe tonight! Perfect for a weeknight meal to use extra smoked meat from the weekend. Here in Alabama, we love to grill out and smoke Boston...Read More
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These BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders are made with tender and juicy pulled pork, BBQ sauce, and a flavorful homemade coleslaw! Great for parties.
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Juicy and tender pulled pork tucked into soft slider buns—these easy pulled pork sliders are a perfect make-ahead meal for camping, tailgating, or BBQs.
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BBQ White Queso Nachos: A weeknight meal that your family will love. Switch out the type of meat you have on hand, & meal planning just got a little easier.
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Lynn says
Tried the pineapple pulled pork tacos and they were amazing!