Satisfy your cravings with a meat-free Vegan Pulled Pork Jackfruit Sandwich. All of that meaty, BBQ-flavored goodness without the pork, similar to BBQ Tempeh Ribs. Not to mention, they are so easy to make! Serve these sandwiches with classic sides like No-Mayo Potato Salad, Ranch Pasta Salad, and Corn Salad with Guac.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Vegan: This recipe is suitable for vegans, vegetarians, pork-free eaters, or really anyone that’s craving a delicious sandwich.
- Quick & Easy: No smoking, grilling, or hours in the kitchen needed. You’ll use canned jackfruit for this recipe.
- Homemade BBQ: I love to make my own homemade barbecue sauce, especially for these sandwiches. It’s far healthier than store-bought and super easy to make.
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Notes on Ingredients
- Jackfruit: You’ll need two cans (~20oz each) of jackfruit in brine or water. I like to get mine from Trader Joe’s. Don’t use fresh jackfruit.
- Cabbage: Adds a delicious crunch to the sandwiches. I like to toss the cabbage in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar first for flavor.
- Burger Buns: Feel free to use gluten-free buns if needed.
- Ketchup: The base of the homemade BBQ sauce recipe. Look for an organic, no-sugar-added ketchup.
Please take note that this is important information about the ingredients used in this recipe and the FULL recipe with measurements and details can be found DOWN BELOW in the recipe card.
How do you make Vegan BBQ Pulled Jackfruit?
- Make the homemade BBQ sauce.
- Make the pulled jackfruit.
- Assemble the sandwiches.
- Enjoy!
- Step 1: First, make the homemade BBQ sauce.
- Step 2: Then, make the pulled jackfruit in a pan.
- Step 3: Add a scoop of BBQ jackfruit to each burger bun.
- Step 4: Next, top with coleslaw or rainbow cabbage mix.
- Step 5: Spread a layer of BBQ sauce onto the top of each burger bun.
- Step 6: Finally, finish assembly and enjoy!
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Commonly Asked Questions
Drain the cans of jackfruit very well. No need to rinse. You will cook the jackfruit down in a pan to let all of the remaining moisture come out.
Nope, you can use store-bought to save time. I just find it difficult to find a clean ingredient BBQ sauce that I enjoy!
I love to make Vegan Jackfruit Brisket (Jewish-style!) but you can use it in a variety of vegan and vegetarian recipes!
“I added a side of baked beans to complete my BBQ meal and for the added fiber & protein. Delish”
– Laura
Extra Helpful Tips
- Save time using store-bought BBQ sauce instead of homemade.
- Save leftover homemade BBQ sauce in an air-tight mason jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Use certified gluten-free buns to keep these sandwiches gluten-free friendly.
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Vegan Pulled Pork Jackfruit Sandwich
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 20 oz cans jackfruit in brine or water
- 2 cups cabbage slaw optional toss slaw in 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- 4 burger buns you can use whole-wheat or gluten-free
Homemade BBQ Sauce
- 1 cup ketchup no sugar added
- 6 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ⅔ cup water
Instructions
BBQ Sauce
- Add all ingredients for BBQ sauce into a small to medium pot and bring to a boil, reduce heat to low-medium and let cook until thick, stirring occasionally. Should take 20-30 minutes.
Pulled Jackfruit
- Strain, rinse and shred canned jackfruit.
- Add jackfruit to a pan and sauté on medium heat until the moisture is cooked out, stirring occasionally. Should take about 10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat (or turn to simmer if the BBQ sauce is cold). Stir in about 1 cup of the BBQ sauce or as much or as little as you want.
Sandwich Assembly
- Lightly toast the buns.
- Add shredded jackfruit to the bottom of each bun. Top with shredded cabbage slaw.
- Add extra BBQ sauce on top and close with the top bun. Enjoy!
Notes
- Save time using store-bought BBQ sauce instead of homemade.
- Save leftover homemade BBQ sauce in an air-tight mason jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Use certified gluten-free buns to keep these sandwiches gluten-free friendly.
Aaron Buck says
Excited to try this!
Danielle Keith says
YAY!
Laura says
I added a side of baked beans to
Complete my.BBQ meal and for the added fiber & protein. Delish
Jordan Stacy says
So good and so easy!