Vegetarian Pulled Pork Burger

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this irresistible Vegetarian Pulled Pork Burger, a plant-based twist on the classic barbecue favorite. Made with tender young green jackfruit, this recipe mimics the texture of pulled pork while delivering rich, smoky flavors, thanks to a bold blend of smoked paprika, chili powder, and ground cumin. A generous slather of tangy barbecue sauce brings everything together, while a crunchy coleslaw topping adds vibrant contrast. Whether you're a longtime vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more meatless meals into your week, this easy recipe—ready in just 45 minutes—is sure to be a hit. Serve these hearty, flavor-packed burgers on toasted buns for a mouthwatering meal that's perfect for summer cookouts, casual dinners, or game day gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (20 oz each) canned young green jackfruit
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 4 whole burger buns
• 1 cup coleslaw
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the young green jackfruit. Cut away the core (hard center) and separate the pieces slightly by hand to give them a shredded look.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, and ground cumin to the skillet. Stir well and sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the prepared jackfruit to the skillet and toss to coat with the seasonings.

Step 5

Pour the barbecue sauce over the jackfruit mixture and stir well. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

After simmering, use the back of a spoon or a potato masher to gently shred any larger jackfruit pieces in the skillet.

Step 7

Season the jackfruit mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and remove from heat.

Step 8

Lightly toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a grill for a crisp texture.

Step 9

Assemble the burgers by placing a generous amount of the jackfruit mixture on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 10

Top the jackfruit with coleslaw for added crunch and flavor, then place the other half of the bun on top.

Step 11

Serve the Vegetarian Pulled Pork Burgers immediately while warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1980.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1888.6

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.2g
Cholesterol 17.6mg	0%
Sodium 5324.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 302.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g	0%
Total Sugars 139.2g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 658.3mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 6560.6mg	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: 29.9%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 64.7%