Vegan Classic Roast Pork Sandwich

Transform your sandwich game with this mouthwatering Vegan Classic Roast Pork Sandwich, a plant-based twist on an all-time favorite. Featuring tender, shredded young green jackfruit perfectly spiced with garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, this recipe delivers the smoky, savory flavors of traditional roast pork—without the meat. The jackfruit is simmered with soy sauce and a touch of liquid smoke for maximum depth before being piled high on toasted vegan rolls slathered with creamy vegan mayonnaise. Fresh toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and tangy pickled jalapeños elevate this sandwich into a vibrant, flavor-packed meal. Ready in just under an hour, this vegan delight is perfect for lunch, dinner, or whenever a hearty, satisfying sandwich craving strikes.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (20 oz each) Young green jackfruit in brine or water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 4 pieces Vegan bread rolls
• 4 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Sliced tomatoes
• 1 cup Pickled jalapeños

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the jackfruit thoroughly. Using your fingers or a fork, shred the jackfruit until it resembles pulled pork.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shredded jackfruit, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Stir to coat the jackfruit with the spices.

Step 3

Add soy sauce and liquid smoke to the skillet. Stir well to combine, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the jackfruit has absorbed the flavors.

Step 4

While the jackfruit cooks, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Slice the vegan bread rolls in half and toast them lightly in the oven for about 5 minutes until golden brown.

Step 6

Spread a tablespoon of vegan mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted roll.

Step 7

Layer the cooked jackfruit evenly on the bottom halves of the rolls.

Step 8

Top the jackfruit with shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and pickled jalapeños.

Step 9

Close the sandwich with the top half of the roll, press down gently, and slice in half if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(904.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.5

Total Fat 49.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 13.5mg	0%
Sodium 6326.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 34.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 219.2mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1455.6mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 57.5%