41 Leftover Pork Loin Recipes [Keto & More]

I started my list of leftover pork recipes with the very best one. If you haven’t tried posole Verde yet, then you are very welcome for what you are about to experience. 

This bright and delightful soup is a Latin-inspired holiday favorite. Posole Verde is a mix of tomatillo and green chilis with lime and cilantro.

Be sure to serve your soup with fresh onions and cilantro along with a side of fresh corn tortillas. 

This soup is perfect for a cold day when you just need something warm.  Posole Verde is commonly served around the holidays.

Enchilada skillets are great any time of day. 

There is a little cafe in Mammoth that serves enchilada skillets for breakfast during the summer months. If you want to try an enchilada skillet for breakfast try topping yours with a fried egg for an extra boost of protein. 

For skillet, enchiladas use your favorite canned enchilada sauce. The red enchiladas sauce and cheddar cheese blend together with shredded pork and fresh eggs in this awesome breakfast dish. 

I recommend serving this dish with a dollop of sour cream and freshly sliced avocados.

Everyone loves carnitas. If you have leftover pork loin you can shred or thinly slice and chop the meat and prepare it carnitas styles.

Carnitas makes fantastic tacos when served on warm corn tortillas with fresh salsa and a squeeze of lime. 

The flavor in these tacos comes from cooking the pork with orange juice and spices. The citrus from the orange juice tenderizes the pork and brings a splash of sweetness to the meat. 

Pork carnitas is a classic flavor that kids and adults both love. Carnitas tacos served with rice and beans will make a complete meal for your next family dinner.

If you like a dash of heat then serve these tacos with your favorite spicy red salsa.

Quesadillas are a mom’s best friend. I packed these in my kids’ lunch boxes for a healthy and protein-packed lunch.

If you toss black beans and sliced tomatoes into your quesadillas then your family will get an extra yummy boost of nutrients. 

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The flavors of this dish are simple and classic. Creamy melted cheddar cheese with warm leftover pork and whatever veggies you toss inside will bring the flavors into this dish. 

I recommend adding your favorite hot sauce and chopped cilantro if you want to make this an extra flavorful dish. 

This dish was surprisingly family-friendly. I added some extra veggies, like zucchini, to boost the minerals and vitamins in this recipe. 

The results were a one-pot dinner that everyone ate without complaints. The yuzu and miso in this recipe are delightful.

If you are not already familiar with yuzu and miso, the flavors are a complex blend of umami, salt, and citrus. Make sure you are using fresh miso paste for this recipe. 

Everyone loves fried rice and I love saving money on expensive Chinese takeout dinners. You know I love to sneak extra vegetables into every dish, so for this one, I added a bag of frozen peas.

I recommend keeping a few bags of frozen peas on hand because you can add them to almost any dish for an extra boost of healthy nutrients. The more you serve greens the more greens your family will eat. 

The flavors in this fried rice dish come from the acid in apple cider vinegar and the saltiness of soy sauce. A dash of nuttiness from the sesame seed oil and the end result is a bowl of well-rounded fried rice. 

If you want to jazz up your rice and take this dish to the next level try adding a dash of ginger powder. 

Serve this rice with a simple miso and tofu soup for a delightful Asian-inspired dinner. 

This dish was almost too easy for my foodie’s heart. If you are looking for a late-night quick and satisfying snack then look no further. 

For a splash of green, you can top with any herbs you have on hand like cilantro or mint.

The flavor in the dish comes from the chili sauce and brown sugar. Sweet and heat work well together because the sweet encapsulates the heat and leaves you with a balanced flavor. 

If you want to boost the nutrients of this dish then try adding cooked mushrooms and bok choy. Top with a garnish of delicious freshly chopped cilantro.

I worked in a Chinese restaurant for one week before I was let go for not speaking Mandarin. Yes–true and funny story! 

While I was employed at the Chinese restaurant the chefs informed me that all American children like sweet and sour pork– I think they might be right!

My kids loved this sweet and sour pork recipe and I am willing to bet that yours will too! 

The pineapple in the sweet and sour pork sauce is the star of the show in this meal. I topped mine with chopped mint and I served this dish with a side of simple and comforting white rice to make it a complete meal.

Mu Shu Pork is a classic Chinese dish which is why it is so surprising that this was my first time trying Mu Shu. 

If you enjoy this recipe you can use it on any protein in the future. I tried Mu Shu Tofu and I thought it was very enjoyable.

The flavor in this dish is very simple. The seasoning is hoisin sauce and sesame oil.

 If you want to kick up the flavor you can add fresh herbs like cilantro and mint. And if your dish is missing salt you can add a splash of soy sauce. 

Wow! This Char Siu Pork sauce was fantastic! I am so glad that I took a chance with this recipe. 

I served this pork with white rice and pickled veggies for a nice acid pop on the side. I would classify this dish as a sophisticated but still family-friend recipe.

The flavor in this dish comes from a blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, and garlic. This dish works because these flavors blend well with an Asian-style barbeque sauce. 

There was so much to love about this recipe. First, I really liked the crockpot factor and second, I liked the healthfulness of the recipe. 

I would make this one again, especially because I gravitate towards healthy cooking. 

I served Thai pork on sweet rolls for the kids. The tender Thai pork made great sliders for the picky eaters in the crowd.

The flavors in this dish come from the blend of peanut butter and teriyaki sauce. The sauce is very kid-friendly and tastes both creamy and nutty, salty and sweet.

Out of all the pork dishes that I tried for this assignment, this one was my husband’s favorite. 

My husband loves kimchi and I love Korean-style pork. If you like kimchi then you can try doing a quick pickle on any onion, cucumber, or carrots that you have laying around. If you are not familiar with kimchi – it is a simple pickled cabbage dish that brings a bright pop of acidic flavors to any dish. 

The extra pickled veggies will give this recipe the boost you are looking for. 

If you want to add creaminess to your tacos try sliced avocados or a chipotle cream sauce. Adding a chipotle cream sauce will bring these fusion Korean-style tacos to life with a pop of Latin spice.

Healthy pork lo mein was fantastic! This recipe was easy to make and something you can easily sneak extra veggies into. I really enjoyed how much this recipe tasted like a Chinese takeout dinner.

The flavors in this dish come from garlic and ginger. If you are a fan of ginger then you will probably like this recipe. Serve with a side of steamed rice for a classic Asian dinner. 

If you love ramen then you will love this dish. Something about miso is just so satisfying. 

Out of all the dishes I tried for the leftover pork project this is one that I will be making again. This ramens tasted like ramen from a restaurant. 

Use fresh miso for a complex salty and umami base for your ramen broth. The burnt garlic sesame oil is the flavor star of this meal.

Ramen is one of those meals that can be made with almost anything you have left in your fridge. From bean spouts to a cooked egg you can toss almost anything you have on hand into this soup.

If this is what eating Keto is then I might actually be into it! I love clean and healthy eating. 

This recipe would be fantastic for a lite lunch or a post-workout dinner. I loved how refreshing the veggies were for a summer meal.

The flavors in this dish come from spicy sriracha chili paste, nutty sesame oils, ginger, and soy sauce. 

If you are cooking for someone who does not like heat then offer the sriracha on the side. Sriracha is a powerful chili flavor that is not appropriate for all pallets.

Have you ever tried grilled apples before? I love to grill but this was my first time grilling apples. 

This salad was so fresh and filling that I will definitely be making versions of this again. 

Start this salad with a bad of your favorite leafy greens then top with salty feta cheese, crispy bacon, grilled apples, and pork. 

I loved the mix of sweet apples with salty bacon and cheese. Serve this salad with a side of bread rolls for a complete and composed meal.

Finally, a Keto recipe that your kids will like! 

Stir-fried broccoli is so yummy that you almost don’t expect it to be a vitamin-packed powerhouse. I loved the way this veggie-forward dish soaked up the sauce and made each bite a true delight.

 I did not miss the carbs with this one! If you were missing the carbs then serve this meal with a side of white rice. 

Keep the rice on the side so that Keto family members reach their Keto goals while others get the carbs and nutrients they need to grow up strong.

I love fajita bowls but I never thought to use leftover pork loin until I made this recipe. 

The flavors in this dish come from smokey cumin with cooked peppers and onions.

To make this one extra family-friendly I served it with chips and guacamole. Anyone looking to skip the calories can skip the extras–but if you are like me and typing to please a diverse dinner crowd– then guacamole is an easy boost to any Latin-inspired meals.

I love all soups and this one was perfect. I cooked this in a dutch oven pot– but you could put it in your crockpot or in a pot on the stove. 

I served this soup with crusty bread on a cold day and everyone was pleased. I would recommend this one to any families that love soup.

A few tips to up the flavors in this meal are to add garlic and bay leaves into the pot while cooking.

If you want this soup to have a creamy texture try blending the cannellini beans into the broth using either a blender or a hand immersion blender. 

To finish this one off I topped each bowl with a small squeeze of fresh lemon and a dash of garlic or truffle oil.

Pulled pork bowls with avocado slaw are both light and refreshing. I love the way this recipe filled us up without filling us out. 

If you love big salads then you will enjoy this recipe. The flavors in this dish are coming from a sweet honey lime and yogurt dressing and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro.

If you want to make this feel like a composed meal, try adding a cooked grain, like whole-wheat cuscus into the bottom of the bowl. This salad brings crunch, protein, and flavors to your table. 

Now I am into the best part of the list– pasta recipes! 

My kids love helping to cook pasta recipes. 

This pasta was creamy, delicious, and filled with veggies. I would absolutely make versions of this dish again. Be sure to top with lots of parmesan cheese. 

The flavors in this pasta are coming from a creamy tomato sauce. Up the flavors by adding freshly chopped basil to the top.

Stroganoff is a childhood classic. Serve your stroganoff with lots of egg noodles for dinner that will satisfy the soul. 

This deal is decadent so I served ours with a large caesar salad. The crispy and acidic caesar dressing held up very well to this creamy and delightful pasta sauce. 

The flavors in stroganoff come from cooking your meat in a cream sauce. I love mushrooms and garlic in my stroganoff so I added heaps of both to the sauce.

When you cook meat and mushrooms in a cream sauce kids don’t notice the difference and get an extra boost of nutrients.

Ragu is the perfect dinner for a cold night. Ragu is the kind of pasta that will stick to your bones so make sure you serve this after a long day filled with adventures and hard work. 

You want to make sure you earn a dinner like this one. 

The flavors in this classic ragu sauce come from the trinity: onions, celery, and carrots cooked with red wine and tomatoes. This ragu sauce will remind you of grandma’s recipes and home cooking.

I have never seen or tasted a casserole like this before. I loved how creative this meal was.

I served this as a warm lunch on a windy day. My husband especially loved this recipe because it is both eye-pleasing and delicious. 

This Cuban casserole has all of the flavors of a Cubano sandwich. Pork, pickles, and mustard are the stars of this flavor show.

If you want to boost the nutrients of this meal then serve it with a simple salad and kale chips. Serving this with kale chips was just the right boost of greens that this meal was calling for 

The pork pot pie was another visually stunning meal. Savory pies always delight and this one definitely lived up to my expectations. 

I served this pie with a light salad of mixed greens to stand up to this hearty meal. I also added peas and corn into the pie filling. My kids loved the extra veggies and I loved the extra nutrients. 

The flavors in this pie are coming from Dijon, garlic, salt, and pepper. If you want an extra little pop of flavor try cooking this meal with chopped thyme and grated swiss cheese.

If you are a Catalina dressing and french onion soup mix type of chef then you will love this recipe. 

My husband really enjoyed this (probably because it reminded him of his mother’s cooking). I am more of a scratch-cooking type of person– but I do have to say the flavors are on point and you really can’t beat the ease of partially homemade style cooking.

The flavors in this casserole come from pulled pork, cream of chicken & mushroom soup, Cheez Whiz, Rotel tomatoes, hot sauce, Worcestershire, chips, and cheese.

Anything with cheese in the name is usually good. I loved this meal. Everyone in my family loves cheese so it was no surprise that everyone loved cheesy pork chop casserole.

Next time, I would elevate this dish by adding heaps of broccoli. The flavors in this dish are coming from the cajun seasoning. 

If you don’t like cajun seasoning then you can try swapping in a dried ranch dressing mix in place of the cajun spices. 

Loaded pork and potato casserole were an after baseball hit. I made this recipe on a night when I felt rushed for time. 

As always I threw in a bag of frozen peas and corn because this meal was screaming for a boost of veggies. 

Coaching baseball and having a hot meal on the table are two high-pressure feelings for busy moms. This recipe saved my sanity on a night when my kids just needed to be fed a big and easy meal. 

The flavors in this dish are coming from the barbeque sauce so be sure to use your family’s favorite sauce in this recipe. 

Taco soup is amazing and this recipe was great! Taco soup is a fantastic and easy meal. 

As per usual, I served this soup with fresh corn tortillas and topped with slices of avocado, fresh white onion, and chopped cilantro. 

Something about fresh avocado on hot soup is absolutely delightful. 

The flavors in this soup are coming from a mix of taco seasoning and ranch seasoning. Both the seasoning packets called for contain a lot of salt. Add slowly and taste as you go so you don’t over-season this soup.

Pro Tip: If you find the soup is overly salty, try adding a handful of uncooked rice in cheesecloth to the boil. As the rice cooks it will pull some salt out of your soup. Throw away the bag of rice before serving. 

Top your soup with sliced avocado and chopped cilantro before serving. 

If you are like me, potatoes always seem to be around and in need of use. 

Potato soup is very filling, but that didn’t stop me from serving this with crusty sourdough bread from my local bakery. 

Soup and fresh bread are a classic lunch combination and this recipe will remind you why our ancestors have always eaten this way!

The flavors in this soup are coming from Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. If you are feeling adventurous try using herbs de Provence in place of Italian seasoning. The lavender in herbs de Provence brings a delightful elegance to soups.

Pork tenderloin stew? I would classify this one as chowder, but I am not here to split hairs. 

I loved this soup for a ski day crock pot lunch. I am always looking for warm and hearty recipes that I can take with us to the ski hill as a money saver. This recipe was a ski day home run with everyone in the family. 

I served this soup with crusty bread and creamy butter. I didn’t feel like I needed to add any extra vegetables to this recipe–it was balanced and nutrient-rich from the beginning. 

The flavors in this recipe are coming from tarragon, cloves, pepper, and celery. This soup has a flavor profile and is complex and balanced. 

I have so many girlfriends who cook with sour cream that I actually laugh when I see these sour cream recipes. I tried this one and I am so glad I did! I think I will have to start cooking with more sour cream. 

I loved how creamy and easy this recipe was. The only thing missing from this recipe was something green. 

I added fresh spinach to the sauce and cooked it down with the mushrooms and pork. The addition of something green elevated this dish for the whole family. 

The flavors in this dish were simple and delightful. The pork cooks with Worcestershire sauce and sour cream.

I added fresh thyme to boost the flavor. Serve with mashed potatoes to soak up the pork and sour cream gravy.

Finally a leftover pork dish for breakfast. There is a little cafe in my town that serves up a variety of dishes that are all fantastic. 

I am feeling inspired to start making hashes with leftover meats. This breakfast will fill you with the energy you need for a full day of adventures.

This recipe has a nice balance of salt from the pork and sweet from the fresh peas. As always I boosted this recipe with heaps of fresh bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms.

Next time I would add a few sprigs of dill for an herbaceous addition to this hearty meal.

I love this recipe because it was visually appealing. The melted cheese and onions are phenomenal. 

If you have anything left over after preparing this recipe– just slice the leftover very thin and serve on a roll with horseradish aioli.

This is not your mother-in-law’s french onion. This pork has the flavors of fresh onion soup with heaps of onions and melted swiss cheese.

If you have tough leftover pork you can slice it thin and rehydrate the meat in this fabulous mushroom gravy sauce. 

Just to be extra comforting I served this with a heaping side of buttery mashed potatoes. This meal was not a diet meal– but that’s okay because everyone needs a little flavor sometimes.

The flavors of the meal come from a creamy mushroom sauce and the au ju from your cooking pork medallions. 

The brown sugar in this carnitas recipe was fantastic. I love the deep flavors and the way it fills the house with warm and yummy smells.

The flavor in this dish comes from the combination of peppers and brown sugar cooked until carmelized. Serve with fresh corn tortillas and your favorite taco toppings. 

If tacos are not your thing, then try these tender pork bites with fresh polenta. The creamy polenta will hold up well against the sweetness in this pork dish.

Cuban sandwiches are super beloved– but they are also something you don’t see very often in my region. Any excuse to make something that my husband will love is an opportunity that I will jump on.

 I do have to say that my kids don’t love pickles and mustard yet– so I would classify this recipe as better for the adults than the little kids in your lives.

If you want to add some veggies to this dish then serve it with kale chips or a mixed green salad. 

The Cubano is a classic sandwich so make your additions on the side and let the simple classic flavor sing on their own. The flavors in this dish come from the combination of pickles, mustard, and melted cheese.

Fun fact: sweet ingredients will cool spicy ingredients. Something about the way the sugar encases the heat that makes this dish surprisingly family-friendly.

Anytime you work with jalapenos be sure to skip the seeds to cool the heat. 

This pork recipe has an Asian flair with ginger, soy sauce, and vinegar acting as the base for this pork sauce.

These pork bites will pair nicely with white rice or creamy polenta. You can also serve it with a simple sunomono cucumber and vinegar salad.

If jalapeno isn’t your thing, then you might find this recipe to be more accessible. 

Garlic and honey pork bites are a family-friendly crowd-pleaser.

I served these as finger food with toothpicks on a game night. The kids and the grown-ups all devoured this dish. 

Next time I would make this for dinner and pair it with white rice and top with freshly chopped cilantro. This is another Asian-inspired pork dish, but this sauce does not have the heat that the jalapeno dish had.

Wow! I really loved this meal. Anytime you add melted feta cheese and Mediterranean flavors then you have an instant hit in my book. 

This recipe is a great way to infuse flavor and moisture into your leftover pork loin. You can easily serve this with pasta to be extra filling to serve it on its own for a protein and flavor-packed meal. 

Tro-tip uses fresh oregano when cooking Mediterranean-style dishes the fresh oregano will bring a peppery and herbaceous bite to the meal. 

White wine sauce is a classic style of cooking that so many people are just not in touch with anymore. 

If you want to try making a white wine sauce but have no idea where to begin, then try this recipe. 

This sauce can infuse flavor and moisture into even the toughest portion of leftover pork loin. 

The sauce is a simple white wine sauce add minced garlic and freshly chopped herbs to kick this gravy an extra kick of flavor. As always when making a white wine sauce add salt and pepper to taste. If you want to add a little heat try adding red chili flakes.