"Snowy Saturdays are perfect for these BBQ Jackfruit Sammies. Maybe a little too perfect seeing as John and I literally ate the entire batch. Oops! Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend! I'm going to retreat back into my food coma now."
Bbq Jackfruit Sandwich
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Tender jackfruit is seasoned with a blend of spices, then simmered in a tangy barbecue sauce until it's melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Serve it on a toasted bun with a crunchy broccoli slaw tossed in a creamy vegan mayo dressing, and top it off with crisp lettuce, a dollop of mayo, and optional hot sauce for an irresistible plant-based meal. Don't forget the pickles for that extra zing!
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Prep time: 10mins
Cook time: 30mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
- 2 (20 ounce) cans jackfruit, in brine or water, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 3/4 cup barbecue sauce, mixed with 1/4 cup water
- 4 burger buns
- 1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli slaw
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise, plus more for serving
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Lettuce, for serving
- Hot sauce, optional, for garnish
- Pickles, for serving
Method
Step 1
Cut off the core of the jackfruit and set aside. In a large bowl whisk together brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt and black pepper, and cayenne if using. Add the jackfruit and toss until thoroughly coated.
Step 2
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add oil. Once hot, add the jackfruit. Cook for about 3 minutes until jackfruit begins to yellow. Flip jackfruit over, pour in barbecue sauce, and gently stir. Lower heat to medium-low, cover and let simmer about 20 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, make broccoli slaw. Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, granulated sugar, black pepper and salt. Toss with the broccoli slaw and set aside.
Step 4
Once jackfruit is done coking shred with 2 forks. Increase heat to medium-high and cook for a few minutes more. Remove from heat.
Step 5
To assemble the sandwiches, spread bun with mayonnaise if desired. Layer jackfruit, extra BBQ sauce, broccoli slaw and any other desired toppings like greens or pickled veggies and enjoy!