It’s universally remembered as a happy day, the day one discovers jackfruit, the versatile meat substitute much praised in plant-based cuisine. Jackfruit itself doesn’t have much flavor, and that’s one of the beautiful things about it. It’s a brilliant mimic that willingly takes on any flavor you desire. Young green jackfruit has thick, soft flesh that creates a meat-like texture and consistency when cooked, and this barbecue jackfruit “pulled pork” recipe is an ultimate example of the fruit’s brilliant and delicious malleability.
BBQ Jackfruit “Pulled Pork”
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 466 kcal
Ingredients
For jackfruit pulled pork
- 2 Tbsp. organic extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cans (40 oz.) Nature's Charm Young Green Jackfruit in Brine drained & rinsed
- 1 small white or yellow onion julienned
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tsp. organic smoked paprika
- 2 tsp. organic ground cumin
- Sea salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Primal Kitchen Organic & Unsweetened Classic BBQ Sauce
To serve
- 6 Schar Gluten-Free Hamburger Buns
- 1 cup julienned red onion
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
Instructions
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In bowl, using forks, shred jackfruit into thin pieces.
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In pan over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until semi-caramelized.
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Once onion is fragrant and soft, mix in shredded jackfruit and cook about 5 minutes.
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Season with smoked paprika, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix well.
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Add barbeque sauce, mix well and cover with lid. Reduce heat to low and let simmer 20-30 minutes until jackfruit becomes tender and infused with flavors. (Note: Taste occasionally, adjust and stir.)
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On buns, add jackfruit, julienned onions and cabbage.
Nutrition Facts
BBQ Jackfruit “Pulled Pork”
Amount Per Serving
Calories 466
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Sodium 657mg27%
Potassium 393mg11%
Carbohydrates 97g32%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 900IU18%
Vitamin C 9mg11%
Calcium 144mg14%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.