Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza

by KetoFocus.com

BBQ pulled pork pizza is a great way to use up leftover pulled pork in the this sweet and tangy fathead keto pizza recipe.

Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza Ingredients

  • 3 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, plus ½ cup for topping
  • 1 ½ cups almond flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon xanthan gum
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons keto bbq sauce
  • 1 cup sugar free pulled pork
  • ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sliced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro

Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza Directions

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Low Carb BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza

This is a great way to use up leftover pulled pork. Keto BBQ pulled pork pizza starts with my homemade low carb BBQ sauce on fathead pizza dough. Next, layers of pizza cheese, smoked pulled pork, red onion, and green onion are placed on top of the dough. Finally the pizza is topped with crumbled blue cheese and cilantro. Pulled pork is one of my favorite proteins to meal prep. It is inexpensive and easy to cook up. It also yields a lot of meat which I can use in various recipes throughout the week. This keto BBQ pulled pork pizza is always on the menu when I’m cooking up some pulled pork.

Keto BBQ Sauce

bbq sauce in glass bowl Besides the pulled pork, the other star to this keto pizza is the homemade low carb BBQ sauce. This sauce is sweet and tangy and works perfectly on this pizza in place of red sauce. Two tablespoons of sauce is all you need to cover on batch of fathead pizza crust. If you don’t want to make your own BBQ sauce, you can buy a store bought low sugar BBQ Sauce. The two brands of BBQ sauce that I recommend are by Lillie’s Q and Primal Kitchen’s.

Keto Pizza Crust

pork pizza crust My favorite keto pizza crust is from fat head dough. This recipe includes mozzarella cheese, almond flour, egg, baking powder and xanthan gum. The crust puffs up like regular pizza dough and creates a chewy texture in the middle and a crispy outer crust.

Option to Grill Pizza

I usually bake my keto pizza in the oven; however, this low carb pizza is excellent grilled on the BBQ. It already has smoky flavor from the pulled pork add that flavor to the crust enhance the BBQ experience. I have full directions on how to grill a keto pizza on the grill in this post here. It makes the perfect summertime dinner.

Optional Pizza Topping Variations

Although this pizza is tasty on its own, consider these other topping options for this keto pizza.
  • jalapeno
  • bell pepper
  • bacon
  • tomato
  • garlic

Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza: FAQS

Can I use regular flour instead of almond flour for this pizza?

For a keto-friendly option, almond flour is essential, but if you're not following a keto diet, you can substitute it with regular flour. Just keep in mind that it will increase the carb count.

What can I use instead of xanthan gum?

If you don't have xanthan gum, you can try using psyllium husk powder or ground flaxseed as a thickening agent, but the texture may vary slightly.

How should I store leftover pizza?

To store leftover Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze it by wrapping individual slices in plastic wrap and then placing them in a freezer-safe bag.

Is there a way to make this pizza dairy-free?

Yes! You can use dairy-free cheese alternatives for the mozzarella, but keep in mind that the texture and flavor may differ. Also, make sure the BBQ sauce is dairy-free.

How can I make this pizza spicier?

To add some heat, consider mixing in some diced jalapeños with the pulled pork or drizzle a spicy hot sauce over the top before serving!

Nutritional information & Macros

Nutrition Information

Keto BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza

Servings: 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 391
Fat 28.3g
Protein 27.7g
Total Carbs 7.1g
Net Carbs 5.3g

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1 Comment

  1. I made this for our weekly pizza night and was amazed by how crispy and flavorful the crust turned out. My favorite part was actually the blend of cheeses, especially the blue cheese that added a nice tang. Definitely a fun twist on traditional pizza.

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