15 Easy Leftover Pork Recipes
on Sep 27, 2022
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Leftovers save you time, money, and effort, which is why we love using up the scraps from previous meals. Plus, pork pairs well with just about any flavor, so there’s almost no limit to what you can make with leftover pork. From sandwiches and soup to casseroles and sliders, we’ve got 15 delicious leftover pork recipes that you can easily try after the holidays.
Pork Soup
Savory, tasty pork is excellent in this hearty pork soup. It comes together in just 40 minutes and includes potatoes, mushrooms, and other delicious vegetables.
Pulled Pork Carnita Quesadillas
This is the ideal make-ahead meal. It freezes well and takes no time at all to defrost. Leftover pork is delicious, but you can use almost any cooked protein to make these quesadillas.
Leftover Pork Nachos
Add cheese, beans, spices and your favorite toppings to leftover pork for this quick and easy sheet pan dish. It’s ideal as an appetizer for a party and, best of all, there’s minimal clean-up involved!
Pork Enchiladas
We fill tortillas with a mixture of succulent pulled pork, corn, and black beans and then top it with enchilada sauce and gooey melted cheese. It’s a dish that tastes even better than it sounds, and that’s saying something!
Leftover Pork Roast Soup
A flavorful and nutrient-dense soup that is ready in minutes. All it takes is leftover pork, corn, white beans and kale. You’ll love how hearty and comforting it is.
Pork and Noodle Bake
Looking for a kid-friendly meal for all of that leftover pork? Well, this saucy pork and noodle bake is exactly what you need. It’s budget-friendly, delicious, and ensures none of that good food goes to waste.
Pork Taquitos
This is the perfect party food. It only requires a few simple ingredients and in about 20 minutes, you have a tasty appetizer that will keep your guests happy. Simply use gluten-free tortillas for guests with a gluten intolerance.
Leftover Pork Stroganoff
This tender, saucy pork dish makes a scrumptious weeknight dinner with rice, potatoes, grilled vegetables, or pasta. Plus, using leftover meat gives you great value for money.
Shredded Pork Greek Pitas
If you hate leftovers that taste like leftovers, you will love these Greek pitas. They’re light yet satisfying, full of flavor, and use up leftover pork so that nothing goes to waste. What a bonus!
Pulled Pork Rigatoni
This list wouldn’t be complete without a pasta dish and this pulled pork rigatoni is absolutely heavenly. The sauce is a chunky ragu with pulled pork, onions, garlic and mushrooms. It’s rustic, delicious, and satisfying, so grab your apron and get started.
Leftover Pork Fried Rice
Like most fried rice recipes, this dish is quick and delicious. The ingredients are tossed together in a pan to create a satisfying and flavorful dish that’s better than take-out.
Pork and Potato Hash
This recipe goes well with any leftover cooked protein and it’s even better if you have some leftover gravy from your roast. Tweak it as you wish – it’s always a tasty dish.
Pork Pot Pie
You know chicken pot pie, but have you tried leftover pork pot pie? Take a creamy roast pork filling and top it with buttery, flaky puff pastry, and you’re sure to have a winning dish for dinner.
Pulled Pork Sliders
Pulled pork sliders are an obvious choice for leftover pork because they’re delicious and popular with kids and adults alike. They’re succulent, saucy, and hearty, and we love the combination of pulled pork, crunchy coleslaw, and a beautifully golden toasted bun.
Leftover Pork Carnitas
Pop your leftover pork in a crock pot and what do you get? These succulent and oh-so delicious tacos. It’s a quick dinner that definitely delivers on flavor.
Easy Leftover Pork Soup Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pork, cubed
- 4 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 onions, diced
- 3 celery ribs, diced
- 3 large carrots, diced
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 2 quarts chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons onion flakes
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic, or garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons ground sage
- 1 teaspoon ground thyme
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, celery and carrots and cook on medium just until the onions start to turn translucent.
- Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook until the vegetables start to become soft.
- Add the potatoes and chicken stock and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add the cooked pork and seasonings. Cook until the pork is heated through, about 5-10 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
