BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches
This recipe features tender shredded jackfruit simmered in a homemade BBQ sauce, perfect for sandwiches.
Ingredients
- 2 (20-ounce) cans young green jackfruit in water or brine, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup ketchup
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- Your favorite toppings: coleslaw, pickles, onion rings, etc.
Instructions
- Shred the jackfruit using two forks.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded jackfruit and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Pour the BBQ sauce over the jackfruit and stir to coat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and the jackfruit is tender.
- While the jackfruit is simmering, toast the hamburger buns.
- To assemble the sandwiches, divide the BBQ jackfruit among the buns and top with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Be sure to use young green jackfruit in water or brine, not the sweet kind in syrup.
- You can adjust the amount of spices in the BBQ sauce to your preference.
- Feel free to get creative with your toppings!