Description
Smoky Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches deliver the satisfying pull and barbecue depth of a classic sandwich using young green jackfruit instead of meat, creating a flavorful and satisfying vegan option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 900 g canned young green jackfruit (2 x 14 oz cans drained)
- 15 ml neutral oil (1 tbsp)
- 120 g yellow onion, thinly sliced (1 medium)
- 9 g garlic, minced (3 cloves)
- 360 ml homemade or store-bought vegan BBQ sauce (1 1/2 cups)
- 30 g tomato paste (2 tbsp)
- 30 ml apple cider vinegar (2 tbsp)
- 25 g brown sugar, packed (2 tbsp)
- 5 g smoked paprika (1 tsp)
- 1–2 drops liquid smoke (optional)
- 15 ml soy sauce or tamari (1 tbsp)
- 3–5 g salt to taste (1/2–1 tsp)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 soft buns or rolls
- 200 g shredded cabbage (2 cups) for slaw (optional)
- 60 ml vegan mayo (1/4 cup) for slaw (optional)
- 15 ml apple cider vinegar (1 tbsp) for slaw (optional)
- 1/4 tsp salt for slaw (optional)
Instructions
- Drain and prep the jackfruit: Drain and rinse each can of jackfruit, pat dry, and shred into coarse strands.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute. Add the sliced onion and cook until translucent, about 6–8 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30–45 seconds.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Add the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, and liquid smoke (if using). Bring to a simmer.
- Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and stir to coat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Uncover and increase the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally for 4–6 minutes until the jackfruit caramelizes and the sauce reduces.
- Toast the buns until golden. Assemble by piling pulled jackfruit on each bun and top with slaw if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
To enhance flavor, prevent overcooking the jackfruit to maintain a stringy texture. Refrigerate leftovers and reheat on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if necessary.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg