Pulled BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich

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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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Sandwich

Cuisine: American

Keyword: BBQ Sandwich, Jackfruit Recipe, Pulled Jackfruit, Vegetarian,

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Servings: 4 to 6

Calories: 227kcal

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.

Instructions

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.
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..
Make the Quick Slaw: Combine shredded cabbage, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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.

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