High Protein Vegan Pulled Pork

Move aside jackfruit, mushrooms, and whatever other vegetables people are using to make vegan pulled pork, and welcome in this high protein vegan pulled pork recipe using soy protein shreds. After all it's packing 19g of protein for every 133 calorie serving and it takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. 

This high protein pulled pork recipe makes 6 servings making it absolutely perfect for meal prep too. A great addition to your vegan protein source recipes that you can stock in your fridge and add to wraps, salads, bowls, and of course as a classic pulled pork sandwich with coleslaw served on a soft bakery bun. 

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Why You'll Love This High Protein Vegan Pulled Pork

• It's incredibly quick and easy to make. Just 30 minutes and you'll have six servings of this high protein vegan pulled pork recipe. 
• Unlike many other vegan pulled pork substitutions this one actually focuses on protein.
• 133 calories and 19g of protein per serving, for this reason this protein can fit into almost anyones macros.
• Great as a high protein pulled pork sandwich, but also as a salad topper, in a wrap, or on a grain bowl. 
• Because it's naturally gluten free, plant-based, and low in calories. 

What You'll Need To Make This High Protein Vegan Pulled Pork Recipe

• Say Grace Shreds of Grace or soy curls. I've used Say Grace in this recipe because I think the texture, size and shape, is absolutely perfect for a high protein vegan pulled pork recipe. Their soy protein is non-GMO, gluten free, and glyphosate free. You can shop their soy protein using my discount code: EVANNRYAN.
• Ketchup and tomato paste. Because it adds the rich red colour you get from a classic BBQ sauce. 
• Balsamic vinegar, adds tang and a touch of sweetness that's familiar to a bbq sauce. 
• Smoked paprika and garlic powder. 
• Coconut sugar or your preferred sweetener. Sugar balances the flavours of this high protein vegan pulled pork sandwich, so don't skip it.
• Hot sauce of any kind. You can use buffalo hot sauce, sriracha, or your preferred spicy sauce!
• Salt and vegetable bouillon paste. 

Substitutions 

You can substitute Say Grace shreds for soy curls or shredded tofu. 

If you're trying to limit your sugar intake, then use a sugar free ketchup. 

Sub in apple cider vinegar for balsamic vinegar if needed. 

Other Great Sandwiches with High Protein Vegan Fillings For You To Try

Vegan Turkey Deli Slices Sandwich 

Low Carb Vegan Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

Tempeh Bacon Lettuce Wraps

High Protein Vegan Tuna Melt

Please note: All calories and macros have been calculated to the best of my ability but may vary slightly.  

 

High Protein Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich

Recipe makes 6 servings

Macros per serving (full sandwich):

434 cals - 10g fat - 59g carbs - 34g protein 

 

Macros per serving (pulled "pork" only):

133 cals - 0.5g fat - 13g carbs - 19g protein 

 

Ingredients, Vegan Pulled Pork:

• 1 bag (168g) Say Grace Shreds of Grace or soy curls (discount code: EVANNRYAN to save!)
• 3 tbsp ketchup 
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tbsp coconut sugar 
• 2 tbsp hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp vegetable bouillon paste

Coleslaw:

• 1 bag coleslaw mix (397g)
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp lime juice 
• 1 tbsp maple syrup 
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1/4 tsp salt

Other:

• 6 ciabatta buns

 

Instructions, Vegan Pulled Pork:

1. Add the Say Grace Shreds to a bowl.
2. Boil 4 cups water and pour over shreds. Allow to soak for 10 minutes.
3. Drain the shreds completely and press any excess water out.
4. Set shreds aside.
5. To a pot add: ketchup, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, coconut sugar, hot sauce, salt and vegetable bouillon and 2 cups water.
6. Whisk the sauce ingredients to combine.
7. Add the shreds and bring the pot to medium heat.
8. Cook, stirring every few minutes until bbq sauce has soaked into the shreds.
9. Turn off heat.

 

Instructions, Coleslaw:

1. To a small bowl add the oil, vinegar, maple, dijon and salt. Whisk until smooth.
2. Add the sliced cabbage to a bowl and cover in dressing. 
3. Massage the cabbage with the dressing.
4. TO NOTE: don't dress the coleslaw until you're ready to eat. 

 

Sandwiches

Slice the ciabatta buns in half and add 1/6 of the high protein vegan pulled pork mixture, and 1/6 of the coleslaw. Seal and enjoy!