Sweet Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich

Saucy, tender, and packed with bold BBQ flavor

Serves: 4–6 | Time: 35 minutes

You’ll need
• 2 cans (20 oz total) young green jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ small yellow onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¾ cup BBQ sauce (plus more for serving)
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Optional add-ins
• coleslaw
• pickles
• sliced jalapeños
• toasted sesame seeds

Let’s Make It

1. Use your hands or a fork to shred the jackfruit, removing any tough core pieces.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft.

3. Add garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until fragrant.

4. Add shredded jackfruit and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart as it softens.

5. Stir in BBQ sauce, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar.

6. Simmer for 10–15 minutes until saucy and tender.

7. Lightly mash again to create that pulled texture.

Serve It With
Toasted buns, creamy coleslaw, pickles, and a side of fries or chips

Pro Tip
Let the jackfruit caramelize slightly in the pan before adding sauce. That extra step builds deep, smoky flavor.