The BEST Mushroom Pulled Pork

This Mushroom Pulled Pork is the ultimate vegan BBQ meal! Easy to make and healthy, this Mushroom Pulled Pork goes great in sandwiches or with sides. You won't want to miss this!

*Originally published June 26, 2021 and updated with new copy and photos 6/23/22.

I don't know about you, but when I was a meat-eater, I loved a good pulled pork sandwich. BBQ has always been a constant in my life. My dad had a smoker and would always smoke tri-tip growing up and when we traveled, we would always land at some really good BBQ places around the country. When I went plant-based, I felt like those days were over. Thankfully for me, I discovered the wonder that is the mushroom. This Mushroom Pulled Pork Sandwich taste exactly like a Hawaiian BBQ Pulled Pork. The texture and flavors of everything are spot on.

For some other great recipes, check out this Easy Air Fryer Beyond Burger or this White Bean Teriyaki Burger.

Jump to:

• What Makes This Mushroom Pulled Pork Recipe So Great
• Ingredient Notes
• Instructions
• Substitutions
• Variations
• FAQ's
• Equipment
• Storage
• Top Tips
• What to Serve with This Recipe
• The BEST Mushroom Pulled Pork
• Food Safety

What Makes This Mushroom Pulled Pork Recipe So Great

• This Mushroom Pulled Pork is the perfect delicious plant-based meat substitute.
• Portobello Mushrooms, drenched in a tangy Hawaiian BBQ sauce make this delicious!
• This Mushroom Pulled Pork comes together in 30 minutes for a deliciously easy meal.
• This is the perfect BBQ recipe for the hot days of summer!

Ingredient Notes

• Portobello Mushrooms- I love using portobello mushrooms in this recipe because they have a great meaty flavor to them. I have found them to be the perfect substitute for pork in vegan recipes. If you can't find portobello mushrooms, I also like to use Lion's Mane Mushrooms.
• Sliced Cremini Mushrooms-I add sliced cremini mushrooms to this recipe to really bulk up the recipe. Portobello mushrooms can be a tad on the pricy side so to keep this budget-friendly, I throw in some finely diced sliced cremini's to give the recipe some bulk.
• BBQ Sauce-This recipe goes great with this Tangy and Delicious Pineapple BBQ Sauce.  It gives it a burst of fun Hawaiian flavor. However, feel free to use whatever BBQ sauce that you have on hand.

See the recipe card for full ingredients and quantities.

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Take the mushroom heads and scoop out the gills on the underside of the mushrooms.
• Add the mushrooms to the oven and roast for 20 minutes
• Let the mushrooms cool enough to handle and using two forks, pull or shred the mushrooms until it resembles the texture of pulled pork.

• Finely dice the cremini mushrooms and add to a skillet with the shredded portobello mushrooms.
• Cook over medium heat until the mushrooms release their water content, about 5 minutes.
• Add the BBQ sauce to the pan and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
• Pile the mushrooms on hamburger buns and top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Substitutions

• Jackfruit- You can swap the mushrooms for canned jackfruit if you prefer. Jackfruit is another great meat alternative.
• Gluten-Free-Make sure to use a gluten-free bun and that your BBQ sauce is gluten-free.
• King Oyster Mushrooms- If you don't like portobello mushrooms, another great substitute is King Oyster Mushrooms. They are a great alternative.

Variations

• Korean BBQ- Turn this Mushroom Pulled Pork into a delicious Korean BBQ sandwich by using your favorite Korean BBQ sauce.
• Spicy-Grab a spicy BBQ sauce to make this sandwich extra hot!
• Burger Bowls- If you want to keep it on the lighter side, pile this mushroom pulled pork onto a bed of lettuce and serve with this BBQ Ranch Dressing!

Check out this Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Gnocchi for a great side idea!

FAQ's

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. See below for the equipment you will need.

• Cast Iron Skillet
• Spatula
• Chef Knife
• Cutting Board
• Forks
• Baking Sheet

Storage

Store leftover Mushroom Pulled Pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. This can be made ahead of time and reheated in a skillet when you are ready to serve it.

I would not recommend freezing this recipe as mushrooms naturally hold a lot of water and the texture will be off when thawed.

Top Tips

• This Mushroom Pulled Pork works great for meal prep! Store it in airtight glass containers and portion it out throughout the week!
• Don't forget to load up your burgers! I love loading them up with this Easy Whole30 Coleslaw and fresh pineapple slices!
• Toast the buns a bit to keep them from getting soggy. I throw them in the broiler for a few minutes just enough to toast them but not burn them. It helps them hold up to the saucy and delicious BBQ.

What to Serve with This Recipe

• Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream
• Vegan Southern Peach Cobbler
• Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle Cut Fries
• Amish Broccoli Salad
• Amish Potato Salad
• Gnocchi Potato Salad
• Air Fryer Peach Cobbler

Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.