Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Sink your teeth into the ultimate Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food favorite! Made with young green jackfruit, this recipe delivers a satisfyingly smoky, tangy flavor and a pulled "pork" texture that’s irresistibly tender. Seasoned with cumin, smoked paprika, and a splash of heat from red pepper flakes, the jackfruit is simmered in rich vegan BBQ sauce for a flavor-packed filling. Serve it on toasted vegan buns, and elevate every bite with optional extras like crunchy coleslaw or tangy pickles for a perfect balance of textures. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome, dairy-free, and meat-free sandwich is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for BBQ lovers and vegans alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 15-ounce cans Canned young green jackfruit in water or brine
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Vegan BBQ sauce
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika (smoked, if available)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 4 Vegan buns
• 1 cup Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 cup Pickles (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the jackfruit thoroughly to remove brine. Cut off the firm pointy ends and discard them. Then gently pull apart the jackfruit pieces with a fork to create a shredded texture.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it turns translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until it becomes fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 4

Stir in the shredded jackfruit, cumin powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 5 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the spices and slightly caramelize.

Step 5

Add the vegan BBQ sauce to the skillet and stir well to ensure all the jackfruit is coated. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to a simmer.

Step 6

Allow the mixture to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 7

While the jackfruit is cooking, toast the vegan buns in an oven or toaster for a few minutes until they are crispy on the inside.

Step 8

Once the jackfruit is ready, taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous portion of the BBQ jackfruit mixture onto the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 10

Optionally, add coleslaw or pickles on top for extra flavor and crunch.

Step 11

Finish with the top half of the bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your Vegan BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1522.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1856.3

Total Fat 43.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6455.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 351.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 125.2g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.6mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 3201.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.5%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 72.8%