What To Serve With Pulled Pork - 71 delish ideas!

Pulled pork is such a great main course or party food option, requiring only a few ingredients and minimal effort. But what do you serve alongside this savory sandwich? Read on for 71 ideas about what to serve with pulled pork!

hand pressing down on the top bun of a pulled pork sandwich.

Original post: May 2021 | Updated: February 2024

What To Serve With Pulled Pork – Best Side Dishes

Below is a comprehensive selection of pulled pork side dishes for summer barbecues or for the whole family to enjoy any time of year!

Fresh vegetables – Just about any type of fresh veggies will accompany this main dish perfectly. Brussels sprouts, bell peppers, broccoli, zucchini or regular or spicy collard greens are all great options.
Roasted veggies – Fresh, crisp vegetables pair well, but also consider roasting them as a great way to complement tender pork. Crispy bacon makes the perfect addition to this side!
Rice – Brown rice or white rice can be such a simple side dish to enjoy with pork.
Fruit salad – Fresh fruit such as watermelon or fruit salads is one of the best sides for this traditional recipe.
Potatoes – Serve with mashed potatoes, French fries, roasted sweet potatoes, potato chip, baked potatoes or loaded baked potato rounds.
Salad – A bowl of fresh salad with chopped veggies and a light dressing act as the perfect pairing. Or consider a classic potato salad, macaroni salad, cucumber salad or black bean salad.
Bread – Cornbread, rolls or honey butter biscuits pair well with this tender meat.
Corn – Corn fritters, hush puppies, Mexican street corn and sweet corn on the cob are the perfect flavor combos!
Coleslaw – A serving of classic coleslaw pairs perfectly with pork.
Appetizers – Many types of party food appetizers make a great pair with this delectable sandwich. Consider onion rings, deviled eggs, little smokies, cheese dip and mozzarella sticks.
Soup – A bowl of soup such as French onion soup or roasted tomato soup taste delicious alongside this sandwich.
Beans – Baked beans or black beans pair are both a classic side dish for this classic recipe.
Pasta – A comforting spoonful of cooked pasta such as mac and cheese or pasta salad are delicious pairings.

See the roundup below for specific recipes that pair well with pulled pork sandwiches and that can be make in your own kitchen.

What To Do With Leftover Pulled Pork

Pulled Pork Sandwiches – Spoon into hamburger buns or slices of bread to create the perfect bbq pulled pork sandwich or pork sliders. Don’t forget the barbecue sauce, pickles and relish!

Topping for other sandwiches – Don’t limit this succulent meat to just being the star of the show. Add it as a topping to any sandwich, including grilled cheese and Cuban sandwiches.

Pork tacos – Pull out flour or corn tortillas and pile pork inside, creating the perfect easy taco. Top with sour cream, red onions, cilantro, lime juice, hot sauce and mozzarella cheese.

Pork nachos – Place tortilla chips in a single layer, followed by a layer of pulled pork and topped with toppings of your choice such as sharp cheddar cheese, jalapeno slices, guacamole and taco sauce.

Pork fries or tots – Spread a layer of pulled pork over French fries or cooked tater tots.

Solo – No casing required! One of the best qualities about this recipe is its delicious flavor, so you can easily eat pulled pork solo or on top of a pile of mashed potatoes or cooked noodles.

This is a great option if you’re looking for a gluten free way to enjoy this yummy dish.

Best Pulled Pork Recipe

Check out my favorite bbq pulled pork recipe! This is such an easy crock pot recipe, requiring only 4 ingredients and 10 minutes total time of prep. It turns out juicy, flavorful and totally delicious every single time.

How Long Is Pulled Pork Good For

With proper storage, pulled pork will stay fresh in the fridge for up to four days after it has been cooked.

If you are unsure about how to store leftover pulled pork or if you are wondering if your pork is still fresh, read this article about how to refrigerate pork!

Can You Freeze Pulled Pork

Pulled pork is best frozen after it has been cooked, shredded and cooled. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 months.

How To Moisten Dried Pulled Pork

Once pulled pork has been cooked, there is only one way to moisten it if it is dried out. Add at least 1/4 cup of liquid (and up to 1 1/2 cups) to the meat, such as broth, meat drippings, bbq sauce or water.

Stir and cook on low heat until warm.

Roasted Broccoli

Make this roasted broccoli recipe as an easy side dish to accompany your next meal. Roasting broccoli is super easy and it is so good it tastes like candy!

Bowl of heaping tomato soup topped with garlic bread and basil.

This Roasted Tomato Soup is bold, flavorful and comforting. You will never want to make another tomato soup again! Great for entertaining or family dinner.

Prepared deviled eggs on a serving platter.

This recipe details the best deviled eggs ever. An American classic known for their appearances at summer potlucks and Easter dinner!

Spoon dripping bbq sauce into a small mason jar.

This is the best homemade barbecue sauce you’ll find! It is sweet, spicy and packed with bold, delicious flavors. My favorite dipping sauce for fries and pork.

Perfectly cooked french fries in a bowl lined with parchment paper.

Say goodbye to soggy fries! Let the air fryer do its magic with your next batch of French fries! They are so easy to make and they turn out perfectly crispy every single time.

Cooked mushrooms on a serving plate with toothpicks stuck inside each one.

These buttery, ranch-flavored Instant Pot Mushrooms are a great side dish and also the perfect party food. They cook them perfectly every single time!

Serving of macaroni salad in a silver bowl.

Nothing screams potluck more than this deli macaroni salad recipe! This side or party food is easy to make and will get devoured at your next gathering.

Hand holding a loaded baked potato round in fingers.

It’s a dream come true! A mini baked potato in your fingertips! Loaded Baked Potato Rounds are perfect for dinner or served as a party food.

Cabbage steaks on a cutting board topped with shaved Parmesan cheese.

Take grilled cabbage to the next level by making cabbage steaks! Top them with shaved Parmesan cheese, bbq sauce or just a simple pat of butter. Serve alongside any summer meal for the absolute perfect healthy side dish!

Juicy Lucy Burger

The Juicy Lucy Burger is a Minnesota favorite and a grilled creation you can’t beat. Its cheesy trademark is hidden in the center of the burger, so sink your teeth in!

Meatloaf Sandwiches

Have leftover meatloaf on your hands? Throw together a delicious leftover meatloaf sandwich for a perfect quick lunch or easy dinner!

Crockpot Vegetables

Making vegetables in the crock pot is a great way to use up extra veggies! Enjoy them now or freeze for another time. Feel free to swap out veggies from the recipe with whatever you have on hand.

Roasted Vegetables

You can be sure that these are the best roasted vegetables recipe you will make. Get excited to enjoy a deliciously crispy, flavorful side dish. Roasted broccoli and carrots will turn veggie haters into veggie lovers! Swap out vegetables in this recipe for any you might have on hand, such as cauliflower, zucchini, mushrooms or onions.

Cauliflower Rice

Replace rice with this veggie-packed Whole30 cauliflower rice side dish. It’s easy to make and prepared in 15 minutes. Packed with flavor and texture from mushrooms and herbs, this recipe combines with many meals to complete a healthy dinner!

Microwave Sweet Potatoes

The only downfall to making potatoes is the wait! Don’t let this stop you from enjoying this perfect side dish! You can quickly and easily prepare a baked sweet potato recipe in the microwave.

Hash Brown Casserole

This 4 ingredient hash brown casserole is the ultimate comfort food, requiring only 1 dish, 5 minutes of prep and 1 hour in the oven. Great for breakfast or as a dinner side and it’s always a crowd pleaser!

Crockpot Green Bean Casserole

Throw just a few ingredients in your slow cooker to create crockpot green bean casserole recipe. Great Thanksgiving or any-time as a side dish!

Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower

This air fryer broccoli and cauliflower recipe ensures a delicious, healthy side dish for any dinner. Take the heat out of the kitchen by creating this easy recipe in your air fryer using just a few simple ingredients!

Potato Casserole

This potato casserole is such an easy recipe and it is loaded with all the savory goodies! Made with sour cream, it’s one of my favorite sides for any night of the week. Top with baked potato toppings of your choice!

Burgers with Sweet Potato Buns

This sweet potato buns recipe will jazz up your burgers. The healthy way to use buns! They are Whole30 compliant and will satisfy your every dinner-table desire.

Corn on the Cob Recipe

Do you have corn on the cob sitting in your freezer and want to cook it quickly? Read on for tips about how to cook frozen corn on the cob quickly, easily and with no fuss! Don’t forget the fresh black pepper!

Crockpot Mac and Cheese

This crock pot mac and cheese recipe is cheesy and delicious, with such a creamy texture. This comfort food comes together quickly and easily, requiring only 6 ingredients and minimal effort. It is a great recipe for a holiday meal or for a busy week night. It’ll get devoured by adults and kids alike!

Baked Macaroni and Cheese

This best baked mac and cheese recipe cooks perfectly every time with the perfect amount of creamy cheese. Great as a holiday side or weekday main dish. Kids and adults alike will devour it!

Air Fryer Steak Fries from Frozen

Learn how to make air fryer frozen steak fries perfectly in just a few minutes. Straight from the freezer to your air fryer, this is the easiest way to make this perfect finger food!

Mac and Cheese Bites

Looking for a new way to enjoy comforting mac and cheese? This fun recipe is such a tasty way to make finger foods for kids and adults.

Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are a holiday staple, but also a delicious, comforting side dish option for any meal any time of the year. I love a good standard mashed potato recipe, but adding feta cheese allows you to change up the flavors of this comforting side dish. Make this Feta Cheese Mashed Potato recipe for your next meal!

Air Fryer Hashbrowns

Can you put shredded hash browns in the air fryer? Yes! Read on for our best tips about how to cook this potato side in your trusty air fryer.

Chili Mac

This chili mac recipe is the perfect marriage of two of the most comforting comfort foods of all time. Delicious way to use up leftover chili!

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Smokies

These Crockpot Smokies are the easiest, yummiest little appetizers you’ll ever meet. Great for gatherings of any kind, including Super Bowl parties or summer barbecues!

Air Fryer Waffle Fries from Frozen

Learn how to make this frozen waffle fries in air fryer recipe perfectly in just a few minutes. Straight from the freezer to your air fryer, they turn out perfectly every single time. There’s something so fun (and yummy) about that criss cross pattern. The best thing about it is that it scoops up dipping sauces so easily!

Five Guys Copycat Burger Recipe

Enjoy the famous Five Guys burger recipe in the comfort of your own home in just 20 minutes. This copycat recipe is the real thing and requires just a few simple ingredients.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Make delicious, perfectly crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts easily and in under 30 minutes. This side dish pairs perfectly with any meal, whether big or small. Perfect part of a holiday spread and also a great part of any simple weeknight dinner.

Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Dinner has never been easier! NO PREP is required for this quick and delicious Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole. Simplify those busy week nights by adding this hearty meal to the dinner rotation!

Garlic Bread

This roasted garlic bread recipe is super easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients. The best part is that it only requires 10 minutes of your time!

Ground Beef Sliders

This ground beef sliders recipe is the perfect easy party food. Bring these to your next party, no matter the theme or season, and they will be a hit! Only 15 minutes of prep for this easy cheeseburger sliders recipe. Pop them in the oven and this easy appetizer or dinner is on the table in 30 minutes.

Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash

Spaghetti Squash cooks quickly and tastes great with butter, brown sugar, spaghetti sauce or pulled pork served over top! Enjoy this tasty side dish with its fast cook time in the pressure cooker.

Roasted Butternut Squash

Oven Roasted Butternut Squash is super easy to make. Delicious side dish for any meal. This delicious fall staple is versatile!

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Sweet Potatoes are an easy and delicious side for any meal! More delicious than regular French fries, they’ll make your taste buds sing!

Sausage Cheese Dip

Sausage Cheese Dip is easy to make (let your crockpot do the work for you!), cheesy, flavorful and totally irresistible! Serve as an appetizer at your next party and it won’t last long. Only 6 ingredients required for this delicious party food!

Avocado Ranch Dressing

This dressing is bursting with flavor. Fresh lime, cilantro and avocados create a delicious dressing you’ll want to lick off the spoon! Pour this creamy sauce over the top of your next pork sammy.

Baked Potatoes

Introducing the most Perfect Baked Potato Recipe that can easily be baked in your oven with no fuss! There’s a yummy, simple, secret ingredient that makes these baked potatoes even more perfect.

Chopped Salad

This is the best chopped salad recipe you’ll find. It makes a large batch to enjoy for lunch throughout the week or serve at your next gathering.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries is a delicious way to enjoy sweet potatoes! The air fryer works its magic and transforms them into a sweet or savory treat or side that will not last long.

Crock Pot Baked Beans

Slow cooker baked beans are the way to go! Once you try these, you’ll never eat them straight from the can again. Great for summer BBQs and game-day parties!

Dinner Rolls

These rolls are fluffy, slightly sweet and delicious and they go great with any meal, whether it is a large turkey dinner or a simple weeknight meal.

Whole30 Potato Chips

Make potato chips the healthy way! Whole30 chips are yummy and great as a side dish or snack. These baked chips are so much better than store bought!

Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread

This cornbread recipe made without buttermilk is the perfect side for any meal. Omit the jalapeño and cheese for a perfect go-to cornbread recipe.

Creamy Mushroom Soup

This creamy, rich soup is packed with delicious mushrooms and tons of flavor. A super affordable soup to make, this will fill everyone up! Dunk bread sticks or garlic bread into it or serve with a delicious side salad for a complete hearty meal.

Instant Pot Green Beans Recipe

Free up space on your stove top by preparing Instant Pot steamed green beans quickly and perfectly! Enjoy these crunchy-tender, healthy beans as a side dish for any meal. They cook perfectly every single time and will be done in minutes.

Mashed Potatoes

This is my mom’s perfect mashed potatoes recipe. It is the best side dish you’ll ever meet and it goes great with any meal, any time of the year.

Quinoa Edamame Salad

Quinoa Edamame Salad is great choice for parties and can be served in throw-away cups for serving ease. Also great as a salad to have in the fridge all week! Packed with fresh fruit and veggies and it is so healthy and delicious.

Baked Asparagus

Baked Asparagus is topped with a delicious, savory balsamic butter sauce. It cooks to perfection every time and makes the perfect side to any meal!

Fruit Salad

Put a delicious spin on your next summer gathering by learning how to make Fruit Salad step by step with a super-secret and unexpected ingredient. Simply mix together your favorite fresh summer fruits to enjoy a naturally sweet salad. This salad is a hit at parties!

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

A baked sweet potato (made in a pressure cooker!) is the perfect summer side. Reduce cook time in half compared to baking and they turn out perfectly every time with little effort.

Twice Baked Potatoes

These ultimate twice baked potatoes are a delicious main or side dish. Comfort food at its best! Also acts as a meal to freeze and eat at a later time.

Instant Pot Red Potatoes with Garlic and Lemon

Delicious Instant Pot red potatoes are covered in a garlic lemon sauce. They cook quickly in your Instant Pot, freeing up space on your stove top. Great side dish recipe for your next holiday meal or intimate weeknight dinner!

Air Fryer Tater Tots

Learn how to make air fryer frozen tater tots quickly and deliciously in a matter of minutes. Straight from the freezer to your air fryer, these are the best tots you’ll make all year! Great replacement for boring French fries or shredded potatoes.

Kale Salad With Chickpeas

This kale salad with chickpeas recipe is a great lunch any day of the week. Or double the recipe and serve it at your next gathering. The different textures and bold flavors make this salad a keeper!

Asian Pasta Salad

Spruce up your party with an Asian Pasta Salad! Packed with an irresistible sweet and salty flavor and full of colorful, crunchy vegetables.

Potato Salad

Cook potatoes and eggs together in a single pot to make Instant Pot Potato Salad with Eggs. Done in less than 30 minutes and requires minimal clean-up. This is the perfect party food or summer side dish!

Potato Soup

This delicious and creamy Instant Pot Potato Soup is made even more delicious when made in a pressure cooker. Russet potatoes, carrots, celery and cream cheese transform this into a comforting and dreamy meal to enjoy on a chilly day!

Bok Choy Salad

This crunchy, veggie-packed bok choy salad is a great dish to bring to parties. Prepare just before serving. It will quickly become a salad favorite!

Coleslaw

Throwing together a delicious coleslaw recipe should be easy and simple. This classic crunchy slaw contains shredded cabbage, apple cider vinegar, creamy vinaigrette dressing and it’s not loaded down with mayo! This will be your go-to slaw for a dinner side, picnic fare and fish tacos!

Spicy Chickpea Salad

Spicy Chickpea Salad is packed with fresh tasty vegetables and chickpeas. Each crunchy bite offers a scrumptious hearty mouthful. This is a great appetizer or side dish, it acts as a great topping for chicken and it is also a delicious wrap filling!

Corn Tomato Avocado Salad

This Corn Tomato Avocado Salad (from Hot Pan Kitchen) is the perfect dish for summer. Made with grilled corn and topped with chopped basil and lime juice, it’s the a healthy side dish for BBQ season!

Farro and Orange Salad

If salads could online date, this Farro and Orange Salad (from Josie + Nina) would have a full social calendar. Farro and Orange Salad complements a big grilled steak, balances spicy smoked pork, and shines at a girls’ lunch or a holiday buffet table.

Spicy Corn Mexican Salad

This Spicy Corn Mexican Salad (from That Skinny Chick Can Bake) has all the delicious flavors of elotes, or Mexican street corn, with no grilling involved. Just chop and mix and prepare to swoon!

Creamy Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon

Sweet Potato Salad with Bacon (from Cathy’s Gluten Free) is a naturally sweet and creamy treat that I enjoy during the summer and all year round. It seems indulgent, but really – it’s not!

Hawaiian Rolls

These Hawaiian Rolls (from Butter and Baggage) have just a hint of sweetness and are so so fluffy. EASY to make and perfect every time. The BEST yeast rolls you’ll ever make.

Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens

This Black-Eyed Peas with Collard Greens (from Cooking Chat) is the perfect side dish to serve as part of a meal inspired by “soul food” traditions. We cooked up this recipe as part of a meal that we served with a bottle of Pinot Noir from Maison Noir, as part of the Wine Pairing Weekend exploration of BIPOC owned wineries and BIPOC winemakers.

Gluten-Free Hashbrown Casserole

A crowd favorite for potlucks and parties, this gluten-free hashbrown casserole (from Wheat By The Wayside) is cheesy and delicious! This easy hashbrown casserole recipe is made without canned soup!