Vegan Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches Recipe
Pulled pork who? Jackfruit steps in, shreds like a dream, and soaks up smoky barbecue sauce like it was born for it. These sandwiches are messy, saucy, and ridiculously satisfying—without any of the guilt. Perfect for BBQ nights, lazy weekends, or impressing that one skeptical friend who swears vegan food is boring. The texture is spot-on, the flavor is bold, and the whole thing comes together faster than you can say, “Wait, that’s not meat?” So grab a napkin (or five) and prepare for a plant-based feast that’ll leave you licking your fingers.
Vegan Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches Recipe
A smoky, tangy pulled jackfruit sandwich packed with flavor and topped with crunchy slaw for the ultimate plant-based comfort food.
Ingredients
For the Jackfruit Filling:
- 2 cans young jackfruit drained and shredded
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Slaw:
- 1½ cups shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 2 tbsp vegan mayo
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 4 burger buns
- 1 tbsp olive oil for toasting
Instructions
Prepare the Jackfruit:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic, then sauté until softened.
- Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin.
- Add shredded jackfruit and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in barbecue sauce, broth, maple syrup, and vinegar.
- Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mash jackfruit slightly with a spoon to create a pulled texture.
Make the Slaw:
- In a mixing bowl, combine cabbage and carrots.
- Add vegan mayo, vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
- Toss until well coated and set aside.
Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Toast burger buns in a pan with a little olive oil.
- Pile on a generous amount of pulled jackfruit.
- Top with slaw for crunch and balance.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Potassium: 15%
- Magnesium: 12%
Tips for the Best Jackfruit Sandwiches
- Let the jackfruit simmer longer for deeper flavor.
- Toast the buns for extra crunch.
- Add pickles for a tangy kick.
