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Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich

Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich

5 from 16 votes
Love BBQ sandwiches but looking for a veggie twist? Try these Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches! The jackfruit gets all saucy and smoky, making it a tasty substitute for pulled pork. Top it with slaw and your favorite fixings for a satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 227
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

BBQ Sauce:
  • 2 chipotle peppers
  • 2 tbsp adobo sauce (from a can)
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Jackfruit:
  • 1 can unripe jackfruit, drained (20-ounce)
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • ½ cup water
Quick Slaw:
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • ½ tbsp lime juice
  • ½ rsp olive oil
  • Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
For Serving:
  • 8 slider buns or 6 hamburger buns
  • Desired fixings: pickles, mustard, serrano peppers, etc.

Method
 

  1. Make the BBQ Sauce: Blend chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, ketchup, vinegar, garlic, mustard, paprika, cumin, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Jackfruit: Shred the jackfruit pieces by hand, discarding any hard core pieces. In a skillet, sauté sliced onion in olive oil until soft. Add shredded jackfruit and cook for 5 minutes. Add water and half of the BBQ sauce, simmer covered for 20 minutes..
  3. Make the Quick Slaw: Combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  4. Assemble the Sandwiches: Serve pulled jackfruit on buns with remaining BBQ sauce, quick slaw, and desired fixings.

Notes

Pro Tip: For extra flavor, marinate the jackfruit in a portion of the BBQ sauce for 1-2 hours before cooking. This will infuse the jackfruit with even more smoky goodness.
Variation: If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño to the BBQ sauce. Adjust the heat level to your liking for a personalized twist on this delicious sandwich.