Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
Experience the irresistible flavors of a Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. This hearty recipe features young green jackfruit, whose tender, stringy texture mimics pulled pork perfectly, simmered in a smoky, tangy BBQ sauce with a touch of apple cider vinegar and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin. Paired with a crisp, creamy coleslaw made with a zesty blend of lemon juice and honey, and served on toasted burger buns, this sandwich is a harmonious balance of bold flavors and satisfying textures. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this meatless masterpiece is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Ideal for vegetarians and BBQ lovers alike, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser with none of the guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) Canned young green jackfruit
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 Burger buns
- 2 cups Coleslaw mix
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Use your fingers or a fork to pull apart each piece into shreds, removing any hard core pieces.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet, followed by the vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Add the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the jackfruit evenly.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit becomes tender and absorbs the flavors.
While the jackfruit is cooking, prepare the coleslaw. In a bowl, mix the coleslaw mix with mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Toast the burger buns until golden brown.
Once the jackfruit is ready, remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken and caramelize the BBQ sauce slightly.
Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the BBQ jackfruit on the bottom half of each bun. Top with the prepared coleslaw.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Vegetarian BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 59 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 4052 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.6 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.2 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 730 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 5614 mg | 119% | |
*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.
