If you are trying to figure out what to serve with homemade pulled pork or pulled pork sandwiches for dinner, this list is exactly what you are looking for. Pulled pork is a simple hearty meal that is sauced and can be spicy, sweet, smoky or all of those flavor combinations.
For the best recipes that go well with pulled pork, find something new here to fall in love with. The tender pulled pork meat pairs well with all sorts of side dishes. All of these suggested sides work great for all your meal ideas, including parties, potlucks, backyard barbecues, or any pulled pork dinner plan. And make sure you have the right serving size of pulled pork per person so everyone is satisfied.
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The best sides to serve with pulled pork are all right here. Many fellow food bloggers have shared some of their quick and easy side dish recipes to eat with just pulled pork or pulled pork on a bun.
You can never go wrong with Smoked Pulled Pork for the most tender, juicy, & seasoned meat. One of my favorites is to enjoy 2 sides in 1 easy recipe like a big batch of Italian Green Bean and Potato Salad without Mayo!
Whether you make the pulled pork in your CrockPot, smoker, dutch oven, or on the grill low and slow – all these sides pair well with your meal. Also, jazz up a can of baked beans with these recipe ideas.
Best Sides for Pulled Pork
This is a tasty list of what sides to eat with your BBQ pulled pork plate or pulled pork sandwiches. Many of these side dishes are also great to serve with Boston butt roasts, pork tacos, wraps, pork quesadillas, and barbecue pulled pork sliders.
In reality, all of these sides can be made to eat with any slow-smoked meats like pulled chicken, tri-tip, or baby-back ribs. There is a variety of side dish options that include low-carb, vegan, gluten-free, healthy, and dairy-free. For one that is all those things, try Air Fryer Green Beans & be amazed at how good veggies are.
Types of Sides that Pair Well
To help you decide what to serve with bbq pulled pork, I have broken down the list into some subcategories. So based on your mood, preference, or diet, there is something for everyone. There are healthy salads, slaws, mayo-based salads, vegetables, potatoes, and unique sides. This list includes the best of what to make and serve with pulled pork:
- Potato or Macaroni Side Dishes
- Delicious Slaw & Cabbage Side Dishes
- Other Great Sides, Soups, & Salads
- Desserts Too!
Side Dishes by The Short Order Cook
Here are my favorite sides for serving with pulled pork plates or sandwiches. Try these easy recipes to complete your meal. You will find gluten-free, keto, family-friendly, and healthy sides - along with the classics like fried foods and comfort foods.
Whether you want some crispy sweet potato fries, a simple baked potato cooked in a toaster oven, or a spicy baked beans recipe, you will find so many great recipes here.
Potato or Macaroni Side Dishes
BBQ or smoked pork goes great with potatoes and pasta. These ideas for side dishes are comforting, hearty, and tasty. Pick a fry or salad with potatoes to enjoy. Plus some good old-fashioned macaroni salads or baked with cheese.
Delicious Slaw & Cabbage Side Dishes
Coleslaw is a traditional recipe served on a pulled pork sandwich or as a side. You can never go wrong with any of these recipes.
Other Great Side Dishes
Beans, salads, and more finalize this list of great recipes. It will be hard to pick which ones to make but I have my eye on the chipotle beans - spicy, savory, & sounds so good with any slow-cooked meat.
Desserts too!
A meal of pulled pork is savory and satisfying. But if you are like me you crave something sweet at the end of a great BBQ meal.
Here are my favorite desserts to serve along with any kind of grilled, smoked, or barbecued meats, especially pulled pork. This includes southern dessert favorites like cobbler and peanut butter pie.
Other Recipe Roundups
If you are stumped on what to make as a side dish with dinner, here are other great lists with recipe ideas. Try one of these recipes that pair with a variety of main dishes from chicken, to beef, to sandwiches!
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Jakee says
I made the panzanella and it was so good. Will make it again.
Angela says
Great, glad you loved it.
Kate says
Made the bacon mac & cheese and it was so good. I think I ate too much of it and only finished half my pulled pork sandwich.
Beth says
It's hard to choose which of these to make but that Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad has to be first on my list, then the braised cabbage. Great roundup!
Angela says
Thanks, Beth. I hope you enjoy whichever recipe you decide to try.
Shikha says
Well, I don't eat pork. But few of my friends. I will definitely share this recipe with them.
Thanks! 🙂
Jere Cassidy says
So many great recipes to try, they have me drooling over the Mac n Cheese, onion rings, salads and I definitely want to make homemade pickles this year.
Jacqueline Debono says
So many great ideas for a pulled pork meal. Love the sound of the baked beans and the air fryer wedges!
Lathiya says
This is a great chocie of dishes to serve with pulled pork. Not sure which one to choose.
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Everything looks so good!! How do I choose? Thanks for sharing the What's for Dinner party! See you at the new one that opened today!
Bonnie says
I made your pulled pork recipe and then came here for some side dish ideas. I was overwhelmed cooking for a big party and found 2 easy recipes. Everyone raved about the chipotle baked beans and the french potato salad. Keeping these on summer rotation.
Angela says
You cannot go wrong with those two yummy recipes. Perfect for any cookout or bbq.