Vegan BBQ Pulled Jackfruit is one of those plant-based dishes that effortlessly bridges the gap between comfort food and conscious eating. Made using young green jackfruit, this recipe delivers the signature shredded texture associated with pulled meat, without relying on any animal products. When slow-cooked with smoky spices, tangy barbecue sauce, and gentle sweetness, jackfruit transforms into a deeply satisfying dish that appeals to vegans and non-vegans alike.
This vegan BBQ pulled jackfruit recipe is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, tacos, grain bowls, or even as a topping for baked potatoes. It’s budget-friendly, pantry-reliant, and ideal for batch cooking, making it a go-to option for anyone looking to add more plant-based comfort meals to their routine.
Ingredients
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2 cupsYoung green jackfruit (canned, in brine or water)
1 mediumOnion, thinly sliced
4 clovesGarlic, finely minced
1½ tbspOlive oil
1½ tspSmoked paprika
1 tspGround cumin
½ tspBlack pepper
to tasteSalt
½ cupTomato ketchup
⅓ cupBBQ sauce (vegan)
1 tbspSoy sauce or tamari
1 tspApple cider vinegar
1½ tbspBrown sugar or jaggery powder
½ cupWater or vegetable stock
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Directions
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Step 1: Prepare The Jackfruit
Drain the jackfruit thoroughly and rinse well to remove excess brine. Trim off any hard-core pieces and shred the jackfruit using your fingers or a fork. Set aside.
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Step 2: Saute The Base
Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook until soft and lightly caramelised. Add minced garlic and saute briefly until aromatic.
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Step 3: Build The Smoky Flavour
Add smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt to the pan. Stir well to bloom the spices. Add the shredded jackfruit and toss until evenly coated.
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Step 4: Simmer In BBQ Sauce
Add tomato ketchup, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and water or stock. Mix well, cover, and simmer on low heat. Stir occasionally and use a fork to further shred the jackfruit as it softens.
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Step 5: Thicken And Finish
Uncover the pan and cook until the sauce thickens and clings to the jackfruit strands. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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