Jackfruit BBQ "Pulled Pork" Sandwich
BBQ “Pulled Pork” sandwiches made using canned jackfruit. You can’t even tell it’s vegan! These sandwiches are fantastic and perfect for the late summer/fall transition. Perfect for lunches, watching the game, and dinner out in the back yard, enjoy!
JACKFRUIT BBQ “PULLED PORK” SANDWICHES
These Jackfruit Pulled Pork sandwiches have been a favorite around here lately. Personally, I think they are perfect for this time of year - when it’s late summer and heading into fall. It’s just an added bonus that they take no time at all to whip up. So you can get back to hanging with the family or watching the game.
It must be noted: as someone who has not always been a vegetarian, I can say in all honestly you can’t tell the difference between this Jackfruit Pulled Pork and the original thing. We love a good mock recipe!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE JACKFRUIT BBQ PULLED PORK SANDWICHES:
Bread: You know, for the sandwich part.
Canned jackfruit: I get this from Trader Joe’s, it’s extremely affordable and right there in the canned food isle.
BBQ sauce: whichever kind is your favorite.
Pickles: Just trust me.
Shredded mixed cabbage: to make coleslaw.
Mayo: to make the coleslaw.
Vinegar: again, the coleslaw.
Cilantro: to garnish.
HOW TO MAKE PULLED JACKFRUIT SANDWICHES:
Drain the canned jackfruit and pat it dry using a paper towel. Use a fork to shred the jackfruit into smaller pieces (similar to what pulled pork would look like).
Add a bit of olive oil to a skillet over medium heat. Add the jackfruit and cook, stirring, for about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the BBQ sauce and mix it until all of the jackfruit is evenly coated. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes.
While the jackfruit is simmering, prepare the coleslaw. (I don’t have a hard recipe for this because I just kind of wing it every time, I’m sorry!) Add a handful of shredded mixed cabbage to a medium-size bowl. Add a spoonful of mayo and vinegar and use tongs to mix it all together. Taste the coleslaw and adjust as necessary adding more sauce or cabbage as desired. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
Toast buns if desired.
Once the jackfruit is done cooking, remove it from heat.
To each bun add a layer of coleslaw, a hefty scoop of BBQ jackfruit, 2-3 pickles, and a garnish of fresh cilantro.
HOW MUCH JACKFRUIT PULLED PORK SHOULD I MAKE?
This recipe will serve about 6-8 people. If you are prepping the BBQ Jackfruit for more people than that, double the entire recipe.
It makes fantastic leftovers!
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Jackfruit BBQ "Pulled Pork" Sandwich
Ingredients:
- 2 - 20 oz. cans of jackfruit in brine
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 - 1/2 cups BBQ sauce of choice
- small handful shredded cabbage mix
- 1 tablespoon mayo
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- pickle slices, to garnish
- fresh cilantro, to garnish
- 8-pack whole wheat buns
Instructions:
- Drain the canned jackfruit and pat it dry using a paper towel. Use a fork to shred the jackfruit into smaller pieces (similar to what pulled pork would look like).
- Add olive oil to a skillet over medium heat. Add the jackfruit and cook, stirring, for about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the water and BBQ sauce, mixing it until all of the jackfruit is evenly coated. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes.
- While the jackfruit is simmering, prepare the coleslaw. (I don’t have a hard recipe for this because I just kind of wing it every time, I’m sorry!) Add a handful of shredded mixed cabbage to a medium-size bowl. Add a spoonful of mayo and vinegar and use tongs to mix it all together. Taste the coleslaw and adjust as necessary adding more sauce or cabbage as desired. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
- Toast buns if desired.
- Once the jackfruit is done cooking, remove it from heat.
- To each bun add a layer of coleslaw, a hefty scoop of BBQ jackfruit, 2-3 pickles, and a garnish of fresh cilantro.
