Get ready to transform your next meal with this Vegan Smoky BBQ Pork recipe, a plant-based delight packed with bold, smoky flavors! Using tender and versatile jackfruit, this recipe mimics the texture and richness of classic pulled pork, infused with smoked paprika, liquid smoke, and tangy apple cider vinegar for that authentic barbecue taste. The jackfruit is slow-simmered in a savory sauce and baked to perfection, ensuring deep caramelized flavors that will have your taste buds dancing. Serve this crowd-pleasing dish on fluffy burger buns, topped with crunchy coleslaw for a refreshing contrast. Perfect for vegan BBQ lovers, this hearty dish is sure to become a go-to favorite at your next gathering or weeknight dinner.
Drain and rinse the jackfruit, then pat it dry. Using your hands or a fork, shred the jackfruit into a bowl removing any hard centers or seeds.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Incorporate the shredded jackfruit into the skillet. Pour in the vegetable broth, smoked paprika, and liquid smoke. Stir well to coat the jackfruit evenly.
Add soy sauce, tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and ground black pepper. Stir to mix all ingredients thoroughly.
Reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit becomes soft and it has absorbed most of the liquid.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Transfer the jackfruit mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly. Place in the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes to caramelize and enhance the smoky flavor.
Remove from oven and give it a final stir. Let it cool slightly.
Serve the smoky BBQ jackfruit on burger buns topped with coleslaw for added crunch and freshness.
Calories |
2934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 92.3 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 7775 mg | 338% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.6 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.9 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 291.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.2 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 751 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 19.2 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 7140 mg | 152% | |
*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.