Vegan Grilled Pargiyot (Boneless Chicken Thighs)

Transform your grilling game with this irresistible recipe for Vegan Grilled Pargiyot, a plant-based twist on the classic boneless chicken thighs! Made with tender young green jackfruit, this recipe perfectly mimics the texture of meat while soaking up a smoky, savory marinade infused with soy sauce, maple syrup, garlic, and bold spices like smoked paprika and cumin. Threaded onto skewers and char-grilled to perfection, these vegan skewers deliver the same juicy, flavorful experience you'd expect from traditional grilled chicken, but entirely plant-based. Perfect for cookouts, weeknight dinners, or serving alongside grilled veggies or a crisp, tangy salad, this recipe is sure to surprise and delight vegans and non-vegans alike. Don't forget to sprinkle on fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 ounces Canned young green jackfruit in brine
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 6 pieces Skewers

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly to remove excess brine. Pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, lemon juice, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to form a marinade.

Step 3

Add the jackfruit pieces to the bowl with the marinade, gently toss to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.

Step 4

If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling.

Step 5

Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Step 6

Thread marinated jackfruit pieces onto the skewers, packing them tightly to resemble pieces of boneless chicken thighs.

Step 7

Place the jackfruit skewers on the grill, turning every 5 minutes, for a total of about 20 minutes, or until they are nicely charred and heated through.

Step 8

Remove skewers from grill and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with your choice of sides such as grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1315.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1446.5

Total Fat 78.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 300mg	0%
Sodium 6045.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.4g
Protein 102.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.2mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 3065.8mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 25.9%