Name: Easy BBQ Jackfruit (vegan)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 40 ounces jackfruit; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp salt; 1 tsp liquid smoke; 1 tbsp paprika; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 cup BBQ sauce

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Easy BBQ Jackfruit (vegan)

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Drain and rinse the jackfruit and then lightly pat it dry. Cut off the core so that you’re only left with the outer parts that are the ones easy to shred. The core is the part that comes to a point (see photo above).

Place the jackfruit in a large bowl and lightly shred with 2 forks (we’ll shred it a bit more while it cooks). Mix in the garlic powder, chili powder, salt, liquid smoke, paprika, and brown sugar. Toss to fully coat the jackfruit.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and once hot, add in the jackfruit. Cook for about 5 minutes to heat through, stirring often. As it cooks, break up the jackfruit more with the back of a wooden spoon or using the same forks.

Remove from the heat and stir in the bbq sauce.

Serve and ENJOY!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Select Young Jackfruit for Optimal Texture 🎯
Choose canned jackfruit in brine (not syrup) that's harvested young, as it has a more tender, fibrous texture that mimics pulled pork when shredded and sautéed.
Bloom Your Spices in Oil First 🌶️
Toast the paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder in hot olive oil for 30-45 seconds before adding jackfruit to unlock their essential oils and intensify their smoky, layered flavors.
Achieve the Perfect Caramelization 🔥
Sauté the shredded jackfruit on medium-high heat without stirring for 3-4 minutes to develop golden, crispy edges that add depth and texture similar to actual pulled pork.
Balance Sweetness and Smoke 🎪
Add liquid smoke gradually (start with ½ teaspoon) and taste as you go, as it's potent; combine with brown sugar to create the perfect sweet-savory-smoky profile without overpowering.
Fold in BBQ Sauce at the End ⏱️
Toss the jackfruit with BBQ sauce only in the final 1-2 minutes of cooking to prevent it from becoming soggy while ensuring the sauce coats evenly and caramelizes slightly.