Vegetarian Barbecue Pulled Pork
Introducing Vegetarian Barbecue Pulled Pork—your ultimate plant-based alternative to the classic barbecue dish! This recipe transforms canned young green jackfruit into a tantalizingly tender and smoky masterpiece, thanks to its shredded texture and a rich, tangy blend of barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Perfect for pulling apart and smothering onto toasted burger buns, this vegetarian delight is ideal for summer cookouts, game day gatherings, or anytime you crave bold barbecue flavors without the meat. Served with optional creamy coleslaw, these jackfruit sandwiches are as satisfying as they are simple to make. Ready in just one hour, this vegan barbecue staple will have everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (20 oz each) Canned young green jackfruit
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1.5 cups Barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 Burger buns
- 2 cups Coleslaw (optional)
Instructions
Drain and rinse the jackfruit thoroughly. Cut off the tough core portions and discard. Shred the jackfruit pieces using your fingers or a fork to create a pulled texture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet, mixing with the onions and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the jackfruit is evenly coated.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If a more intense barbecue flavor is desired, add more barbecue sauce.
Toast the burger buns, if desired, and divide the pulled jackfruit mixture among the buns.
Serve hot, topped with coleslaw if using, and enjoy your Vegetarian Barbecue Pulled Pork sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1229 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1196 mg | 25% | |
*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.
