Pulled pork sandwiches are a classic comfort food meal. For this recipe, we’ve duplicated those delicious pulled pork flavors and texture with vegan pulled pork oyster mushroom sandwich.

Usually, pulled pork is made with… pork, (duh!) smothered in BBQ sauce. For this vegan pulled pork, I swapped out the meat for oyster mushrooms. I added some seasonings and my favorite BBQ sauce, and VIOLA.

This recipe is excellent for vegans on a budget. It uses minimal ingredients, most of which you probably already have at home. It also comes together in just 15 minutes flat, so it’s perfect for a quick lunch or meal prep at home.

Plant-based food doesn’t need to be expensive. If you’re looking to eat more plant-based meals while staying on a budget, we have free resources for you. 

You can find all of my top tips for plant-based grocery shopping and choosing budget-friendly plant-based foods in my guide on how to eat plant-based on a budget. 

And if you’re looking for budget-friendly vegan meal prepping tips, I talk about the importance of meal prepping and how it can save you money every month in this complete guide.

How to Make This Vegan Pulled Pork With Mushroom Sandwich

This vegan pulled pork sandwich is super simple to make and takes less than 15 minutes.

First, you’ll need to shred the oyster mushrooms using a knife and fork until a pulled pork consistency is achieved.

Then, sauté the onions and garlic in a pan over medium heat until softened for 2 to 3 minutes.

After sauteing, add the shredded oyster mushrooms to the pan along with the spices, and then sauté until the water has fully evaporated and they begin to crisp slightly approximately 8 to 10 minutes.

Once they are slightly crispy, add your preferred bbq sauce to the pan and completely coat the pulled mushrooms.

And finally, serve on your favorite bun with coleslaw if desired. 

Why Mushrooms?

Mushrooms are extremely beneficial to your health. They’re packed with essential nutrients like antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fibers. 

Oyster mushrooms in particular are known to have high amounts of beta-glucan, which is a form of fiber. This fiber helps you regulate blood sugar and has been linked to improved cholesterol. 

Mushrooms are one of my favorite substitutions for meat because they are so high in nutrients and they taste amazing. If you are wanting to eat more whole-food plant-based meals, I highly suggest giving mushrooms a try! 

 

 

What Can I Use Instead of Mushrooms for This Vegan Pulled Pork?

If mushrooms aren’t your style, then give one of these other plant-based options a try: 

• Jackfruit 
• Hearts of Palm
• Tempeh 
• Lentils 
• Beans 
• Tofu
• Eggplant 
• Cauliflower

What Can I Serve This Vegan Pulled Pork With?

This Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich goes great with a side of my crispy baked carrot fries or kale chips. Another great side dish to serve is this oil-free vegan potato salad. It gives a great BBQ vibe to the entire meal. 

And if you want something sweet for dessert, you can’t go wrong with my veganized Taylor Swift Pumpkin Cookies. 

What BBQ Sauce Should You Use?

BBQ sauce is often packed with oil and refined sugar. If I am buying BBQ sauce from the store, I always try to find a sauce that is vegan, oil-free, and uses natural sources of sugar- like dates. 

Here are some of my favorite vegan and oil free BBQ sauces to try on your pulled pork sandwich: 

Mother Raw Organic BBQ Sauce

This BBQ sauce is delicious and oil-free. Plus, it is sweetened with dates, so there is no refined sugar. 

Tessemae’s Organic BBQ Sauce

This is another great oil-free and vegan option for BBQ sauce. It is also refined sugar-free and sweetened with dates. 

Primal Kitchen BBQ Sauce 

Another fantastic oil-free and vegan BBQ sauce! This one has a great flavor and it is unsweetened, so no hidden sugar here to worry about. 

If I have the time, I love to just make my own BBQ sauce. It is pretty simple, and you will know that your sauce is vegan and oil-free. If you want to make your own Vegan BBQ Sauce, check out my oil-free recipe in the vegan BBQ guide! 

Other 15 Minute Vegan Recipes?

If you loved how quick and simple this 15 minute vegan pulled pork sandwich is, make sure to try our other 15-minute plant-based meals, as well. 

At Plant You, my main priority is making plant-based meals fun, delicious, and accessible. All of our 15-minute meals use minimal ingredients and are packed with whole foods that will give you loads of energy for the day. 

Here are some more delicious and simple 15-minute plant-based recipes you can try: 

• Vegan Tomato Soup 
• Mushroom Tacos
• Vegan Ghostbuster Waffles
• Vegan Collard Greens Wraps
• Vegan Flatbread Pizza

And if you missed it on Instagram, check out my Instagram Reels 15-minute meals series! In this series, it’s where I’ll show you how to make all 15 of my 15-minute vegan meals. 

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