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Easy BBQ Pulled Jackfruit

Soft and juicy pulled jackfruit is gently roasted and coated with a gorgeous smoky BBQ sauce that is sure to convert even meat lovers to this delicious vegan pulled pork alternative.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 228 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion chopped
  • 14 oz or 400 g jackfruit in brine, NOT syrup, drained
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup water
  • 2/3 cup vegan BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion and sautée for one or two minutes, then add the drained jackfruit and minced garlic. If you’re using fresh jackfruit check out how you can prepare it. Cook for about 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally. Then preheat the oven to 400 F or 200 C.
  2. Add water, vegan BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder and mustard powder and let cook for 10 more minutes or until water is mostly adsorbed.
  3. Spread the jackfruit across a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Break it apart with a potato masher, spoon or fork until it looks pulled. Roast for about 10 minutes, then turn the broiling on and continue to roast for five more minutes until some of the strands are a bit burned on top. If desired, add a bit more BBQ sauce before serving.

Notes

  • This jackfruit pulled pork can be stored in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • You can freeze it an airtight bag or container for up to 3 months.
  • Add more water if your pulled pork looks too dry. If you added too much water, you can always evaporate the excess letting it cook it for a minute or two longer.
  • Use it as a filling for tacos, tortillas, wraps and sandwiches (try vegan pulled pork sandwich) or as a topping for pizzas, Buddha bowls, stews, soups and chilis.
  • Add ½ teaspoon cornstarch to create a saucy consistency for your taco meat. Mix the starch into the seasoning and add a few tablespoons of water before adding the mixture to the skillet.
  • Avocado oil or other neutral oils can be substituted for olive oil. If you don’t want to use oil, add 2-3 tablespoons of water to the skillet instead.
  • You can use this pulled pork rub instead of the spices used in the recipe. I would omit brown sugar, since the BBQ sauce already contains it.

Nutrition Information

Calories 228kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 495mg (21%) Potassium 625mg (18%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 36g (72%) Vitamin A 462IU (9%) Vitamin C 17mg (19%) Calcium 50mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 228

% Daily Value*

Calories 228kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 495mg 21%
Potassium 625mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 36g 72%
Vitamin A 462IU 9%
Vitamin C 17mg 19%
Calcium 50mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.