Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches – Vegan Comfort Food Recipe USA

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 mins | 🍳 Cook Time: 6 hrs (slow cooker) | 🍽️ Servings: 6

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⭐ Introduction

Discover the ultimate vegan comfort food with these Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sandwiches. Jackfruit’s meaty texture perfectly mimics pulled pork, but with plant-based goodness and fewer calories. This recipe uses a slow cooker to develop deep, smoky barbecue flavors with minimal effort. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or meal prepping easy sandwiches to enjoy throughout the week.

🛒 Ingredients

• 2 cans (20 oz each) young green jackfruit in water or brine, drained and rinsed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup your favorite vegan BBQ sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 6 vegan sandwich buns
• Coleslaw or pickles (optional, for serving)

🍴 Tools You’ll Need

• Slow cooker (crockpot)
• Large skillet
• Forks (for shredding jackfruit)
• Knife and cutting board

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil, then sauté the chopped onion for 5 minutes until soft.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Rinse and drain jackfruit, then use forks to shred it into bite-sized pieces, removing seeds if desired.
4. Add shredded jackfruit to the skillet with onions and garlic. Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook 5 minutes to toast spices.
5. Transfer jackfruit mixture to slow cooker. Pour in BBQ sauce and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.
6. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, stirring halfway through.
7. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
8. Serve on vegan sandwich buns topped with coleslaw or pickles if desired.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

Pair with sweet potato fries, a fresh green salad, or classic vegan potato salad. Great for picnics, parties, or casual dinners.

🧠 Tips & Variations

• Make it spicy: Add hot sauce or extra chili powder to taste.
• Make BBQ sauce homemade: Mix tomato paste, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
• Slow cooker alternative: Simmer jackfruit and sauce in a covered pot on the stove for 1 hour.
• Meal prep tip: Store leftovers in airtight containers in fridge for up to 4 days.

📦 Nutrition & Storage

Per serving: Approx. 280 calories, 5g protein, 50g carbs, 4g fat, rich in fiber and vitamins. Store refrigerated up to 4 days; freeze for up to 2 months.