Vegetarian Classic Pork BBQ
Elevate your summer cookouts with this irresistible Vegetarian Classic Pork BBQ recipe, a plant-based spin on the beloved barbecue favorite that’s packed with smoky flavor and tender texture. Using young jackfruit as the star ingredient, this unique meat-free dish beautifully mimics pulled pork, complete with a rich blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, and liquid smoke for that authentic BBQ essence. Perfectly simmered in a tangy barbecue sauce, the jackfruit takes on a melt-in-your-mouth quality, making it an ideal topping for toasted hamburger buns. Ready in just 45 minutes, this hearty, vegan-friendly meal is perfect for feeding a crowd or satisfying your cravings for classic comfort food with a healthy twist. Whether for a casual lunch or weekend gathering, this recipe guarantees bold flavors and feel-good vibes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (20 oz each) Canned young jackfruit
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 pieces Hamburger buns, toasted
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned young jackfruit thoroughly in a colander under cold running water. Shake off excess water.
Use your hands or a fork to shred the jackfruit into small, pulled pieces, discarding any tough core parts and seeds.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.
Stir in the shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the spices.
Add the BBQ sauce and liquid smoke to the skillet. Stir until the jackfruit is fully coated with the sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the jackfruit simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the jackfruit to become tender.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you prefer a smokier flavor, you can add a small additional drop of liquid smoke.
Once the jackfruit is done cooking and has a tender, pulled 'pork' texture, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve the jackfruit BBQ on toasted hamburger buns and enjoy your vegetarian classic pork BBQ!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.9 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 880 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 500 mg | 11% | |
*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.
