Crockpot BBQ Jackfruit Recipe
Pulled pork, who? This crockpot BBQ jackfruit is here to steal the show—minus the guilt and mystery meat. With smoky-sweet barbecue sauce, tender jackfruit, and zero effort, this dish is a lazy cook’s dream. Toss everything in the slow cooker, walk away, and return to pure plant-based magic. It shreds just like pulled meat but stays 100% vegan and delicious. Whether you pile it on a bun, stuff it in a taco, or eat it straight from the pot (no judgment), this recipe delivers. Let the crockpot do the work while you take all the credit.
Crockpot BBQ Jackfruit Recipe
Tender, smoky, and ridiculously easy BBQ jackfruit, slow-cooked to perfection. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or eating straight from the spoon.
Ingredients
For the BBQ Jackfruit
- 2 cans 20 oz each young green jackfruit (drained, rinsed, and shredded)
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ cup vegetable broth
For Serving (Optional)
- Burger buns or tortillas
- Coleslaw
- Pickles
- Extra BBQ sauce
Instructions
Prep the Jackfruit
- Drain, rinse, and pat dry jackfruit.
- Use a fork to pull it apart into shreds.
Layer the Crockpot
- Add jackfruit, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker.
- Pour in BBQ sauce, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir to coat everything evenly.
Slow Cook
- Pour vegetable broth over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours (or high for 2 hours).
Shred & Finish
- Use forks to shred jackfruit further.
- Stir and let it absorb more sauce for 10 minutes.
Serve & Enjoy
- Pile onto buns, stuff into tacos, or enjoy with coleslaw.
- Drizzle extra BBQ sauce on top.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180
- Total Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 30%
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 15%
- Magnesium: 8%
- Calcium: 5%
Tips for the Best BBQ Jackfruit
- Use young green jackfruit—not the ripe, sweet kind!
- Let it cook longer for deeper flavor.
- Add a splash of liquid smoke for extra BBQ vibes.
- Toast the buns for the ultimate sandwich experience.
