Jackfruit BBQ Ribs (Vegan Style) Recipe
Forget the messy, sticky, meat-filled ribs you used to know—these vegan jackfruit BBQ ribs bring all the smoky, saucy goodness without guilt. Jackfruit magically transforms into tender, pull-apart “ribs” that soak up barbecue sauce like a champ, making your taste buds dance and your vegan pride soar. Perfect for backyard cookouts or impressing your carnivore friends who won’t believe what they’re eating. Ready to ditch animal ribs but keep the finger-licking fun? Grab your apron and let’s make these smoky, satisfying, cruelty-free ribs that even rib lovers rave about!
Jackfruit BBQ Ribs (Vegan Style) Recipe
Jackfruit BBQ ribs deliver tender, smoky, saucy vegan ribs perfect for plant-based rib cravings.
Ingredients
- Young green jackfruit in water or brine drained and shredded — 2 cups
- Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
- Onion chopped — ½ cup
- Garlic minced — 2 cloves
- BBQ sauce vegan — ¾ cup
- Smoked paprika — 1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin — ½ teaspoon
- Salt and pepper — to taste
- Liquid smoke optional — 1 teaspoon
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish — 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in skillet; sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and liquid smoke; stir to coat.
- Pour in BBQ sauce; simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to soak up flavors.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C); spread jackfruit mixture on baking sheet.
- Bake 10 minutes to caramelize sauce and crisp edges.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro; serve hot with vegan sides.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 220
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 15%
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 9%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Magnesium: 8%
Additional Tips
- Use homemade BBQ sauce for extra smoky sweetness.
- Add crushed red pepper flakes if you like it spicy.
- Serve with vegan coleslaw or corn on the cob.
- Marinate jackfruit overnight in spices to deepen flavor.
- For ultimate crispiness, broil for last 2 minutes.
