Have you ever planned a delicious entree, but weren’t sure what to pair with it? Coming up with the side dishes is always the hardest part of planning a menu! I’m going to help you out with some of my best sides to answer the question of What to Serve with Pulled Pork BBQ.
All of these classic bbq sides are here to make your dinner plans a little easier, and are guaranteed to taste delicious with my Slow Cooker Pulled Pork.
When serving pulled pork, there are plenty of delicious options to choose from. You can always go with traditional sides like coleslaw and macaroni and cheese, or cornbread and potato salad. Baked beans are a classic option as well. And for dessert, nothing beats a southern banana pudding or chocolate meringue pie!
Be sure to choose a variety of sides that will appeal to the whole family so that everyone enjoys your pulled pork feast!
1. BBQ Beans
BBQ Beans
Take plain baked beans to the next level with these delicious BBQ Beans full of onion, bacon, and seasonings in a tangy tomato sauce.
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2. Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Copycat KFC Coleslaw
Bring back the flavor of KFC’s discontinued coleslaw with this easy copycat recipe. Perfect for cookouts, picnics, and weeknight meals.
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3. Southern Potato Salad
Southern Potato Salad
This Classic Southern Potato Salad Recipe is great to take to a potluck. It's made with tender, steamed potatoes and a mayonnaise dressing.
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4. Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese
All you'll need for this Easy Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese recipe is pasta, cheese, milk, butter, and less than 20 minutes of cook time!
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5. Old Fashioned Cornbread
Old Fashioned Cornbread
Old Fashioned Cornbread made with white cornmeal, buttermilk, and no sugar (!) is perfect with everything from fried chicken to chili.
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6. Crispy Baked Potato Wedges
Crispy Baked Potato Wedges
These Crispy Baked Potato Wedges are coated in olive oil, Italian spices, garlic, and parmesan cheese and baked to crispy perfection!
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7. Garlic Fried Tomatoes
Garlic Fried Tomatoes
Made with just a few common ingredients, these Mediterranean-inspired Garlic Fried Tomatoes are a delicious, luscious side dish!
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8. Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips
Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips
Learn how to make crispy, crunchy baked Zucchini Chips in the oven. They're a perfectly seasoned light alternative to potato chips!
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9. Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad
Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad
This Easy Creamy Cucumber Salad is a favorite summer side dish perfect for all your cookouts and takes only 10 minutes of hands-on time!
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10. Southern Fried Okra
Southern Fried Okra
Southern Fried Okra is a summer dinner favorite! Tender fresh okra is dredged in a light coating of finely ground white cornmeal and fried to a crispy, golden brown in hot peanut oil.
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11. Thin and Crispy Lacy Cornbread
Lacy Cornbread
Southern Fried Lacy Cornbread is thin and oh so crispy! It's made with only four ingredients and is perfect with vegetables, soups, and stews.
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12. Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
These easy Crispy Smashed Potatoes are crushed and brushed with olive oil and fresh herbs and cooked until the edges are crispy and golden.
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13. Lemon Dill Potato Salad
Lemon Dill Potato Salad
Lemon Dill Potato Salad – a warm potato salad dressed with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and dill. No mayo makes it safer for picnics!
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14. Sausage Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
Sausage Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos
Decadent Sausage Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapenos are stuffed with a cheese and sausage filling, wrapped in bacon, and baked to perfection.
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15. Southern Cornbread Muffins
Southern Cornbread Muffins
Quick and easy Southern Cornbread Muffins ready for the table in under 30 minutes. Serve plain or add a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey!
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16. Vintage Broccoli Salad
Broccoli Salad
This Vintage Broccoli Salad is pure comfort food and the perfect side dish for any occasion. Guests always ask for the recipe!
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17. Slow Cooked Southern Butter Beans
Southern Butter Beans
Southern Butter Beans cooked in the slow cooker. Serve with fried chicken, fried okra, and cornbread for a very traditional southern dinner.
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18. Mama’s Southern Baked Beans with Bacon
Mama’s Southern Baked Beans with Bacon
Everybody loves Mama's Southern Baked Beans with Bacon! Their sweet, smoky flavor makes them ideal for cookouts and potluck dinners!
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19. Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings
Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings
These Crispy Air Fryer Onion Rings are the healthier version of an old favorite. Thickly cut onions are coated with Panko for super crunch!
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20. Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs
Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs
Traditional Southern Deviled Eggs are just about perfect for any party, barbecue, or holiday. This classic recipe is easy and delicious!
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21. Baked Corn Casserole
Baked Corn Casserole
Baked Corn Casserole uses summer fresh corn to create a savory, custard-like casserole. It's a family favorite for southern summer suppers!
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22. Old Fashioned Southern Style Green Beans
Old Fashioned Southern Style Green Beans
These Old Fashioned Southern Style Green Beans and ham will have your house smelling amazing and your mouth watering with anticipation.
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23. Classic Macaroni Salad
Classic Macaroni Salad
Classic Macaroni Salad is a fast and easy family favorite. Its tart flavors and creamy, crunchy texture make it a great side dish for any menu!
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24. Quick and Easy Guacamole
Quick and Easy Guacamole
Make this Quick and Easy Guacamole in just 10 minutes! Onion, garlic, tomato, cilantro and Tajin seasoning bring out the best in this Mexican staple.
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25. Old Fashioned Copper Pennies
Old Fashioned Copper Pennies
This delicious vintage recipe for Old Fashioned Copper Pennies is a sweet-sour combination of carrots, onions, and peppers that will keep your guests coming back for more!
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26. Banana Pudding
Classic Southern Banana Pudding with Homemade Custard
Creamy Southern banana pudding with layers of homemade custard, bananas, and vanilla wafers, topped with a fluffy, golden meringue.
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27. Lemon Meringue Pie
Classic Lemon Meringue Pie
This Classic Lemon Meringue Pie has a tart lemon filling balanced with a sweetened meringue topping and buttery, flaky pie crust.
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28. Refrigerator Pickled Peppers
Refrigerator Pickled Peppers
Spice up your meals with my homemade Refrigerator Pickled Peppers. They’re easy to make and are just bursting with sweet, tart flavors.
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29. Black Eyed Pea Salad
Black Eyed Pea Salad
Southern marinated Black Eyed Pea Salad is a versatile and effortless side dish for your next picnic or potluck dinner. 15 minutes to make!
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30. Southern Sweet Iced Tea
Southern Iced Sweet Tea
Southern Iced Sweet Tea, a strong infusion of black tea that is sweetened and served over ice, is an essential element of southern cuisine.
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Hopefully you found something delicious for your next bbq get-together!
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I’m Lana Stuart, an award-winning cookbook author, food blogger, and lifelong cook raised deep in Southwest Georgia. I started Lana’s Cooking in 2009 to share the tried-and-true recipes I grew up with. Around here, the food is full of flavor, the traditions run deep, and there’s always room at the table.