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Vegan Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches

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A flavorful vegan sandwich featuring shredded young green jackfruit simmered in a smoky BBQ sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying plant-based dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (20 oz / 565 g each) young green jackfruit, drained and rinsed (packed in water or brine, not syrup)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce (or soy sauce as substitute)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 vegan sandwich buns, toasted (whole grain or brioche-style recommended)
  • Fresh coleslaw (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly under cold water. Shred the jackfruit into bite-sized pieces using fingers or forks, removing any hard seeds or core bits.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder over the onions and garlic. Stir well and cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.
  5. Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and stir to combine with the spiced onion mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to brown slightly.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together tomato paste, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, vegan Worcestershire sauce, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
  7. Pour the BBQ sauce over the jackfruit and stir well to coat every strand.
  8. Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and soaks into the jackfruit. Add more broth if the pan looks dry.
  9. While the jackfruit simmers, toast the buns until golden and prepare any toppings like fresh coleslaw or pickles.
  10. Assemble the sandwiches by piling the smoky jackfruit on the toasted buns, topping with coleslaw or desired toppings, and serve immediately.

Notes

Hand-shredding the jackfruit is key for authentic texture. Toast spices with onions for deeper flavor. Simmer sauce on low heat to avoid bitterness. Adjust moisture by simmering longer if needed. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. Add cayenne or hot sauce for extra heat. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 4 days and taste better after resting overnight.

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