18 Ways to Use up Leftover Pulled Pork

Is it just me or do you always make way more pulled pork than you think you will? It’s one of those items that I end up having to get a little creative to use up.

I think my mind always makes pulled pork go with barbeque sauce, but there is so much more to it than that! I actually now, keep my pulled pork pretty plain and only add sauces to a small amount at a time. This really opens up the possibilities!

What to make with leftover pulled pork?

Not only will these ideas help you use up pulled pork, but they can also help you clear out other leftovers as well!

1.Brunswick Stew

Combine leftover pulled pork with canned tomatoes, corn, lima beans, potatoes, and some BBQ sauce for a rich, Southern-style stew.

2. Quesadillas

Use tortillas, shredded cheese, and any leftover veggies to make quick quesadillas. Serve with salsa or sour cream.

3. Fried Rice

Add your pulled pork to a quick stir-fry with rice, veggies, and soy sauce for an easy one-pan meal.

4. Loaded Baked Potato

Top baked potatoes with pulled pork, shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions for a hearty, simple dish.

5. Pork Tacos

Use corn or flour tortillas, a bit of slaw, and whatever toppings you have on hand to make tacos. You can also make a quick chipotle mayo for extra flavor.

6. BBQ Pizza

Use flatbread or pizza dough, top with BBQ sauce, pulled pork, cheese, and red onions for a simple pulled pork pizza.

7. Loaded Nachos

Layer tortilla chips with pulled pork, cheese, and any toppings you like (salsa, sour cream, jalapeños), then bake for a quick, shareable snack.

8. Over Mashed Potatoes with Gravy

Serve pulled pork over creamy mashed potatoes, topped with gravy for a hearty and satisfying meal. Similar to a Shepherd’s Pie!

9. Wraps

Use flour tortillas or large lettuce leaves as a base, fill with pulled pork, shredded veggies, and a drizzle of hoisin or soy sauce for a low-carb option.

10. Poutine (Loaded Fries)

Top crispy home fries with pulled pork and a drizzle of BBQ sauce for a savory breakfast or dinner.

11. Ravioli or Dumplings

Use wonton wrappers or pasta sheets to fill with pulled pork, then steam or pan-fry the dumplings/ravioli for a fun, flavorful snack or meal.

12. BBQ Spaghetti

Toss pulled pork with your favorite pasta and marinara or BBQ sauce for a fast weeknight dinner.

13. Add to Baked Beans

Stir pulled pork into baked beans for a rich and smoky side dish or meal.

14. Add to Mac & Cheese

Add pulled pork to macaroni and cheese for a flavorful and comforting dish.

15. Serve over Polenta

Serve pulled pork on top of creamy polenta for a hearty and comforting dish. You can also serve over grits too!

16. Add to an Omelet

Add pulled pork to an omelet with cheese and veggies for a filling breakfast or brunch.

17. Add to Fried Potatoes

Mix pulled pork with fried potatoes for a savory pork hash.

18. Add to Southwest Salad

Toss pulled pork over a fresh salad with ranch dressing for a quick, protein-packed meal.

Pulled Pork Dinner Ideas

Hopefully this list of leftover pulled pork ideas can inspire your next meal plan! So, whether you always make too much meat and need a way to use it up…

Or if you want to make 2 meals and only cook once, this is a great way to do it! Next time you make pulled pork make extra meat so you can re-invent the leftovers into a whole new dish!

If all else fails, don’t forget that you can freeze pulled pork to be used later too!