Say hello to your next addicting appetizer - BBQ Jackfruit Sliders. The vegetarian version of pulled pork sliders, these sandwiches have all the flavors and texture of the original meal, but without any meat!
These jackfruit sliders have a beautiful meaty texture, and a smoky BBQ flavor that ensures you don't miss the meat. Made with canned jackfruit for convenience, these are great for watching the game or snacking on during a party!
The Coined Breakdown
- Total Cost per serving (2 sliders): $0.25
- Total Cost (12 sliders): $1.48
- Those Other Guys: $8.99 per serving
Ingredients
- Canned Green Jackfruit - Green jackfruit, which is unripe jackfruit, has a meaty texture when shredded and a very neutral taste that will take on the flavor of whatever it's seasoned with.
- Bouillon Powder - Boiling in a homemade broth gets rid of that briny taste from the jackfruit. To keep it completely vegan - use vegetable bouillon paste. If you are just trying to cut down on your meat consumption, you can use chicken bouillon.
- Worcestershire - Worcestershire sauce gives a smoky element to the jackfruit, to further mimic pulled pork.
- Burger Seasoning - Burger seasoning gives our green jackfruit lots of flavor... be sure to use your favorite blend!
- Barbecue Sauce - Of course, vegan BBQ pulled pork requires BBQ sauce. Get your go-to brand, or make your own.
Variations and Substitutions
Toppings: Customize to your taste! Try caramelized onions, spicy mustard, bread and butter pickles, or your favorite sliced cheese.
Turkey & Cheese Sliders: If you would like a meaty option for your event, my Garlic Butter Turkey and Sliders are so tasty and quick to assemble!
How to Make BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders
Step 1: Start out by draining the canned jackfruit, then adding it to a pot with water and vegetable (or chicken) bouillon.
Boil for 15 minutes, then drain the water and shred with a fork. Remove any seeds as necessary.
Step 2: Add Worcestershire sauce, burger seasoning, and bbq sauce to the bowl of shredded jackfruit.
Stir until it's well covered.
Step 3: Assemble the sliders on a sheet pan. I love to add homemade coleslaw and pickles.
Step 4: Brush the tops with garlic butter, then bake at 350°F for 5 minutes until warmed through. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Pro Tip
- Don't skip the boiling. Boiling the drained jackfruit in broth gets rid of the flavor of the brine. Don't skip this!
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you sure can! Assemble as instructed. Right before serving, bake for 5 minutes until warmed through.
Lots of natural food stores like Sprouts or Whole Foods sell canned jackfruit. I also always find cans of jackfruit at Asian markets like H-Mart.
Of course! Grab your favorite brand of meatless pulled chicken/pork and toss in BBQ sauce before assembling your sliders.
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BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders
Equipment
- Can Opener
- Large Pot
- 2 Forks for shredding the jackfruit
- Sheet Pan
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
BBQ Jackfruit
- 2 count canned young green jackfruit in brine (10 oz. each after draining)
- 6 cups water
- 1 ½ tablespoons vegetable bouillon
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon burger seasoning
- 6 tablespoons bbq sauce
- 12 count slider buns
Burger Toppings
- pickles
- coleslaw
- garlic butter (for the buns)
Instructions
- Drain the cans of jackfruit, and add the pieces to a large pot with 6 cups of water.2 count canned young green jackfruit in brine, 6 cups water
- Add the bouillon seasoning, and boil for 15 minutes.1 ½ tablespoons vegetable bouillon
- Let the jackfruit cool slightly, then shred it with a fork. Remove any seeds.
- Season the shredded jackfruit with the Worcestershire, burger seasoning, and barbecue sauce.Stir until well combined.1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon burger seasoning, 6 tablespoons bbq sauce
- Assemble the sliders on a sheet pan.Add pickles to the bottom bun; then, top with the seasoned jackfruit, coleslaw, and the top buns.12 count slider buns, pickles, coleslaw
- Brush the top buns with garlic butter and bake on 350℉ for 5 minutes.garlic butter
- Serve with fries, chips, or your favorite side salad. Enjoy!
Joyce says
Even my meat-loving sons really enjoyed these sliders! It’s a great idea and recipe. 5 stars.
Shani W. says
Thank you for commenting and trying Joyce! 🙂