Sweet & Spicy BBQ Jackfruit Sliders

Sweet & Spicy Jackfruit Sliders

Carlisa Kreek

These Sweet & Spicy Jackfruit Sliders are a delicious and easy plant-based alternative to pulled pork. The jackfruit is simmered in a smoky, sweet, and spicy sauce, making it perfect for piling onto gluten-free slider buns or lettuce wraps.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 can 14 oz young green jackfruit in water or brine, drained and shredded
• ½ cup diced red onion
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• ½ cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp coconut aminos or gluten-free tamari
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp chili powder
• ½ tsp cumin
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes adjust for spice level
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp salt optional
• ½ cup vegetable broth or water
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Jackfruit: Drain and rinse the jackfruit. Use your hands or a fork to shred it into bite-sized pieces.
• Sauté: In a pan over medium heat, sauté the red onion for 3-4 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
• Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 2 minutes.
• Add the Jackfruit: Stir the shredded jackfruit into the sauce. Add the vegetable broth and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit absorbs the flavors and softens.
• Finish with Lime: Stir in the lime juice and cook for another 2 minutes.
• Assemble the Sliders: Pile the jackfruit mixture onto gluten-free slider buns or lettuce wraps. Top with coleslaw and sliced jalapeños if desired.

Notes

For Serving:

• Gluten-free slider buns or lettuce wraps

• Coleslaw (optional, for topping)

• Sliced jalapeños (optional, for extra spice)

 

Time-Saving Tips:

• Use pre-shredded jackfruit to cut down prep time.

• Make the jackfruit filling ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3g

Keyword Appetizers, jackfruit, Jackfruit sliders

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These Sweet & Spicy Jackfruit Sliders are a delicious and easy plant-based alternative to pulled pork. The jackfruit is simmered in a smoky, sweet, and spicy sauce, making it perfect for piling onto gluten-free slider buns or lettuce wraps.