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Pulled BBQ jackfruit pulled pork recipe served in a bun, topped with Cajun mustard slaw

Jackfruit Pulled Pork

Paul Knapp
Have you tried jackfruit yet? This versatile plant-based ingredient is a healthy and satisfying vegan meat replacement, and it’s making waves among vegans, vegetarians, and even meat lovers. It's the secret to crafting an irresistibly sweet and smoky barbecue pulled "pork" sandwich that's 100% vegan. Let's dive in!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course bbq, dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 48 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Frying Pan or Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk or Jar with Lid
  • knife and cutting board
  • Forks
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Can Opener
  • Serving Platter or Plates

Ingredients
  

BBQ Jackfruit

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped (red onion preferred)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp chipotle hot sauce or chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 4 tbsp BBQ sauce of your choice
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 200 g canned chopped tomatoes
  • 800 g cans young jackfruit in water or salted water (drained)

Cajun Mustard Slaw

  • 1/4 white cabbage, finely sliced
  • 1/4 red cabbage, finely sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, grated
  • 1/2 red onion, finely sliced

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or rapeseed oil

Instructions
 

BBQ Jackfruit

  • Prepare the Base: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 10 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the Spices: Stir in cinnamon, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 2–3 minutes to release the flavors.
  • Build the Sauce: Add chipotle hot sauce (or peppers), apple cider vinegar, BBQ sauce, chopped tomatoes, and liquid smoke. Mix well.
  • Simmer and Cook: Add the drained jackfruit and about 200 ml of water. Cover and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring every 5–10 minutes to break down the jackfruit.
  • Thicken the Sauce: Uncover and cook for another 10 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and sticky, resembling pulled pork.
  • Shred the Jackfruit: Use a fork to shred the jackfruit into fine pieces. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding an extra tablespoon of BBQ sauce if desired for extra sweetness and stickiness.

Cajun Mustard Slaw

  • Make the Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and olive oil, or shake everything in a jar until emulsified.
  • Assemble the Slaw: Pour the dressing over the prepared vegetables and mix thoroughly until evenly coated.

To Serve

  • Serve the BBQ jackfruit in a vegan brioche roll, burger bun, or slider bun
  • Top with a generous helping of Cajun mustard slaw for a refreshing crunch.

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Nutrition

Calories: 48kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 104mgPotassium: 142mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 561IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Jackfruit pulled pork
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