BBQ Jackfruit Sandwiches and Pulled Jackfruit Recipe
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Pullé jackfruit has become an absolute sensation at Vegan and Plant-based markets across the country. Get the recipe for this tasty BBQ Jackfruit pulled pork covered in a homemade BBQ sauce. Do you know what jackfruit tastes like? What are its health benefits?
Learn how to prepare jackfruit and how to make jackfruit pulled pork-style dishes with a simple BBQ jackfruit recipe.
WHAT IS JACKFRUIT?
Is it possible to substitute fruit for meat? Tree fruit that turns sweet or savory according to its ripeness. Jackfruit’s scientific name is Artocarpus heterophyllus. Tropical tree fruits grow in Asia, Africa, and South America. Jackfruit weighs about 40 pounds and is the world’s largest tree-borne fruit.
Jackfruit can soak up the flavor of anything you cook with it. This means you can even use it to make savory jackfruit pulled pork, as you’ll see in this BBQ jackfruit recipe.
IS JACKFRUIT HEALTHY?
There is just a small amount of fat and fiber in jackfruit, as there is in many fruits. 100 grams of jackfruit provide:
- 95 calories.
- 2 grams of protein.
- 0.6 grams of fat.
- 3 grams of fiber.
In addition to its health properties, jackfruit contains vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals. This is a good source of
- Vitamin C.
- Pyridoxine (vitamin B6).
- Niacin (vitamin B3).
- Riboflavin (vitamin B2).
- Folic acid (vitamin B9).
- Calcium.
- Magnesium.
- Potassium.
- Phosphorus
WHAT DOES JACKFRUIT TASTE LIKE?
Exactly what jackfruit tastes like is up for debate. The ripeness of the fruit and how it is prepared can have a great deal to do with the flavor. The ripe jackfruit is often called the bubble gum fruit – with a strong fruity odor and a similar flavor to bubble gum. The flavor and texture of my jackfruit tend towards a mango/melon-like sweetness.
HOW TO MAKE THE BBQ PULLED JACKFRUIT RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
- A packet of 1 can of green jackfruit in water
- olive or avocado oil
- vegetables – onion and garlic.
- seasonings and spices: paprika, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and pepper.
- BBQ sauce – make your BBQ sauce or get it from the store.
To begin, fry the onion and garlic for about five to ten minutes. After adding the jackfruit and spices, the meal is almost like a dry BBQ rub. The jackfruit should be broken down by simmering gently, covered, for about 30 minutes. After mixing in the BBQ sauce, you’ll have a tasty treat. The best way to eat it is on a bun, like a pulled pork sandwich! Make sure your jackfruit is cooked properly by checking it. When cooking on a flat top grill, be sure to use your best oil.
HOW TO PREPARE JACKFRUIT
Although jackfruit is huge and needs to be dried out and divided into fruits, seeds, etc. I think preparing your own is better than buying jackfruit in brine.You should handle Jackfruit on an easily cleaned surface due to its white sap. Lay a piece of plastic wrap down first. Keep your knife clean by wearing gloves and lubricating it.
Slice the jackfruit in half lengthwise, then slice each half twice to make four pieces.
If you want to eat the jackfruit, you’ll need to slice off the white core at the center of each quarter. To eat them later, roasted them. Break the jackfruit into smaller pieces.
HOW TO MAKE BBQ PULLED JACKFRUIT SANDWICHES RECIPE?
- For ten minutes, sauté young jackfruit in onions and garlic.
- Cover with barbecue sauce and place in a slow cooker.
- To make homemade sauce, simply blend ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- During the six-hour cook time, you should be able to shred the jackfruit easily.
- Serve with slaw on a bun.
About Shawn Summer
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