Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
This Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich is a game-changer for plant-based comfort food lovers. Made with tender, shredded young jackfruit, this recipe mimics the smoky, savory goodness of traditional pulled pork while keeping it entirely vegan. The jackfruit is perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and a kick of red pepper flakes, then simmered in rich vegan BBQ sauce to create a mouthwatering, saucy filling. Served on toasted vegan buns and optionally topped with crunchy coleslaw and tangy pickles, these sandwiches deliver bold flavors and satisfying textures in every bite. Quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of prep time, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or anytime you’re craving classic barbecue without the meat. Vegan pulled pork recipe, BBQ jackfruit sandwich, and plant-based barbecue ideas are keywords that make this recipe a must-try for your next meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans Canned young green jackfruit in water or brine
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Vegan BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked, if available)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 4 Vegan buns
- 1 cup Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
- 0.5 cup Pickles (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the jackfruit thoroughly to remove brine. Cut off the firm pointy ends and discard them. Then gently pull apart the jackfruit pieces with a fork to create a shredded texture.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it turns translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until it becomes fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the shredded jackfruit, cumin powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the spices and slightly caramelize.
Add the vegan BBQ sauce to the skillet and stir well to ensure all the jackfruit is coated. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to a simmer.
Allow the mixture to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and the flavors have melded.
While the jackfruit is cooking, toast the vegan buns in an oven or toaster for a few minutes until they are crispy on the inside.
Once the jackfruit is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the BBQ jackfruit mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.
Optionally, add coleslaw or pickles on top for extra flavor and crunch.
Finish with the top half of the bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
556 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.0 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1981 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.6 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.0 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 943 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
