Description
Smoky BBQ Jackfruit Sliders are a delightful treat that mimic pulled beef, packed with flavor and perfect for summer barbecues or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe jackfruit (about 2–3 lbs), canned in water or brine, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slider buns (soft, preferably whole wheat or brioche)
- 1 cup coleslaw (store-bought or homemade)
- Pickles (for topping)
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Remove the core and seeds, then shred the jackfruit with your hands or a fork.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the shredded jackfruit along with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.
- Pour in the BBQ sauce and mix thoroughly. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toast the slider buns in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
- Assemble the sliders by spooning a generous amount of the smoky BBQ jackfruit onto the bottom half of a toasted slider bun, topping with coleslaw and pickles.
- Place the top half of the slider bun over the filling and repeat for the remaining buns. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free slider buns.
- Swap the BBQ sauce for a homemade version to control sweetness and spice levels.
- For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the jackfruit mixture.
- Store leftover jackfruit mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm the jackfruit mixture in a skillet over low heat until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Jackfruit, BBQ, Sliders, Vegan, Summer, Barbecue