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Homemade BBQ jackfruit sliders recipe served on a white counter, topped with coleslaw and BBQ sauce, photographed from overhead.

BBQ Jackfruit Sliders Recipe

A smoky, sweet, and tangy vegan BBQ jackfruit sliders recipe that mimics pulled pork, perfect for parties, BBQs, or weeknight dinners.
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Course: Dinner, LUNCH, Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Plant-Based, Vegan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sliders
Calories: 310kcal
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet / cast iron pan Even heat distribution, prevents burning
  • 1 Large mixing bowl For shredding and seasoning jackfruit
  • 1 Sharp Chef’s Knife For chopping onions and garlic
  • 1 Wooden spoon/spatula For stirring
  • 1 set Measuring cups & spoons For accurate seasoning
  • Several Paper towels For draining and drying jackfruit
  • 1 set Airtight containers For storing leftovers

Ingredients

Jackfruit Sliders

  • 2 cans (20 oz each) Young green jackfruit in brine Drained and rinsed
  • 1 large Yellow onion Diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 8 buns Slider buns Brioche or whole wheat

BBQ Sauce & Seasonings

  • 1 cup Barbecue sauce Divided
  • 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional heat
  • Salt & black pepper To taste

Optional Toppings

  • Coleslaw mix
  • Pickles
  • Red onion slices
  • Vegan cheese slices

Instructions

  • Drain, rinse, and shred jackfruit. Remove seeds/cores, pat dry, season with salt, pepper, and half of spices.
  • Heat olive oil, cook onions until translucent, add garlic and tomato paste, cook until fragrant.
  • Add jackfruit, cook 8–10 min. Add BBQ sauce, vinegar, spices, simmer 15–20 min. Adjust sauce as needed.
  • Toast buns, add jackfruit mix, top with coleslaw/pickles/onion, crown with top bun, serve hot.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg