Vegetarian Succulent BBQ Pork

Transform your plant-based meals with this bold and flavorful Vegetarian Succulent BBQ Pork recipe, made entirely from tender young green jackfruit! This vegan-friendly dish perfectly replicates the meaty, smoky goodness of classic BBQ pulled pork, thanks to a rich combination of smoked paprika, chili powder, and a splash of vegetarian BBQ sauce. The jackfruit's natural texture shreds beautifully, soaking up every ounce of the tangy, smoky marinade. With an optional hint of liquid smoke and customizable gluten-free options like tamari, this recipe is the ultimate in versatile comfort food. Serve it on toasted brioche buns with a heap of crunchy coleslaw for a satisfying BBQ sandwich or pair it with your favorite sides. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and bursting with smoky-sweet perfection, this dish is perfect for summertime cookouts or casual weeknight dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Young green jackfruit (canned, in water or brine)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 cup Vegetarian BBQ sauce
• 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari (for gluten-free)
• 0.5 teaspoons Optional: liquid smoke
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 pieces Brioche buns or sandwich buns (optional, for serving)
• 1 cup Coleslaw (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly. Pat dry and use your fingers or a fork to pull apart the pieces into shreds resembling pulled pork.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 1 minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.

Step 5

Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan and mix well to coat the jackfruit evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the soy sauce or tamari, along with the optional liquid smoke (if using). Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the jackfruit to absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vegetarian BBQ sauce. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and well combined with the sauce.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the mixture looks too dry, add a splash of water or more BBQ sauce to moisten it.

Step 9

Serve warm on toasted buns with coleslaw for a sandwich, or enjoy as a standalone dish with a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1126.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1349.3

Total Fat 53.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 12.0mg	0%
Sodium 6492.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 159.9g
Protein 10.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.5mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2277.4mg	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: 34.7%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 62.3%