Vegetarian Pulled Pork Sliders

Transform your next gathering with these irresistible Vegetarian Pulled Pork Sliders, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe features tender young green jackfruit, a versatile fruit that perfectly mimics the texture of pulled pork when slow-simmered in smoky barbecue sauce and spiced with smoked paprika and cumin. Paired with a creamy, tangy coleslaw made with apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, and a touch of maple syrup, these sliders deliver a delightful contrast of bold, savory flavors and refreshing crunch. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans (with a few simple swaps), or anyone craving a meat-free indulgence, these sliders come together in just under an hour and are perfect for parties, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve warm on toasted slider buns for a satisfying bite that's guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cans (20 oz each) canned young green jackfruit
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 pieces slider buns
• 2 cups coleslaw mix
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly to remove any brine. Using your hands, shred the jackfruit pieces, removing any hard seeds that may be present.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and stir in the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit starts to brown slightly.

Step 4

Pour in the barbecue sauce, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the flavors and become tender.

Step 5

While the jackfruit mixture is cooking, prepare the coleslaw. In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix with apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, and maple syrup. Mix until well combined and set aside.

Step 6

Once the jackfruit is tender and well-coated with barbecue sauce, remove it from the heat.

Step 7

Toast the slider buns on a grill or in a toaster until slightly crispy. On the bottom half of each bun, place a generous scoop of the barbecue jackfruit mixture.

Step 8

Top the jackfruit with a scoop of coleslaw, then place the bun top over the coleslaw.

Step 9

Serve the sliders warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2494.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3038.1

Total Fat 99.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 58.8mg	0%
Sodium 6798.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 487.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.3g	0%
Total Sugars 155.8g
Protein 62.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1042.9mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 7069.3mg	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: 28.9%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 63.1%