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BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches

Course: Entree
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bbq jackfruit, jackfruit pulled pork, vegan bbq
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 524kcal
Author: Ashley
These BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches are amazingly flavorful, even meat eaters will enjoy this plant based jackfruit pulled pork style recipe. I love these with vegan coleslaw, our favorite buns, some avocado and a side of sweet potato fries.
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Ingredients

BBQ Jackfruit

  • 2 (14-ounce) can young jackfruit
  • 2 tablespoons BBQ seasoning blend
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ⅔ cup vegan BBQ sauce I used Kansas City style from Whole Foods
  • ½ cup water

Vegan Coleslaw

  • ½ cup cashews
  • ¼ cup boiled water
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cups power greens coleslaw blend I used this

For Serving

  • buns vegan or gluten free, as needed
  • avocado slices

Instructions

  • Prepare jackfruit: strain, rinse, and pat dry the canned jackfruit. Remove the cores and begin shredding the soft centers (you can keep the pod-like centers if they’re small or discard large ones). Once all shredded, pat dry again.
  • Add shredded jackfruit into skillet, sprinkle on seasoning plus salt and pepper. Stir to coat and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Add in ⅔ cup barbecue sauce, stir to coat, then add in ½ cup water stirring until evenly mixed. Bring mixture to a simmer and continue cooking for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. 
  • Meanwhile, make the vegan coleslaw: Add cashews and boiled water to a small bowl; let sit for 5 minutes. In a blender cup add garlic clove, lemon juice, salt, maple syrup, vinegar, mustard, and boiled cashews (plus water). Blend until creamy and smooth, then pour over coleslaw blend mix.
  • Once the BBQ jackfruit has simmered, you're ready to assemble your sandwiches. Topped with coleslaw and avocado is my favorite way to enjoy these, but the BBQ jackfruit recipe works in tacos, stuffed sweet potatoes, or power bowls too.

Notes

STORAGE - store any leftovers in fridge, enjoy within 4-5 days.
Nutrition info includes BBQ jackfruit, coleslaw, buns, and avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwich | Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 105g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1195mg | Potassium: 601mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 343IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 269mg | Iron: 6mg