BBQ Pulled Jackfruit
Plant-based meals are not only better for your health, but also better for the environment. This smoky, tangy BBQ Pulled Jackfruit comes together with the help of your favorite BBQ sauce. Pile on a baked sweet potato for a great stuffed spud, or throw on a bun topped with slaw for a delicious sandwich. Since jackfruit is low in protein, pair with a side of baked beans or a simple black bean salad.
BBQ Pulled Jackfruit
Serving Size: 3/4 cup
Makes 17 servings
Ingredients
| 17-1/2 lbs. jackfruit, fresh, about 1 whole jackfruit |
| 1-3/4 cups BBQ sauce (choose your favorite!) |
| 2 tbsp chili powder |
| 1 tbsp cayenne pepper |
| 1 tbsp smoked paprika |
| 1 cup yellow onion, thinly sliced |
| 1 tsp salt |
| 1/4 cup green onions, chopped |
Instructions
1. Cut jackfruit in half lengthwise with a large knife. Cut from end to end in wedges, then cut out the white core from each wedge.
2. Cut along the white/pale flesh to remove the bright yellow/orange bulbs. Open bulbs and remove seeds (seeds can be roasted and used in another application). Remove the tough fibrous piece from the top of the bulbs where the seeds were connected to the bulb.
3. Bring a pot of water to a simmer. Add jackfruit bulbs. Simmer jackfruit until it is tender enough to shred, about 10-15 minutes depending on ripeness. Drain excess water and allow jackfruit to cool. Use two forks to shred.
4. In a bowl, toss together shredded jackfruit, BBQ sauce, chili powder, cayenne, smoked paprika, yellow onion and salt.
5. Prepare a sheet tray with pan spray. Spread jackfruit in a thin layer on sheet tray. Roast in a 375°F oven until slightly crispy, meaty and caramelized, about 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
6. Garnish with green onions.
Nutrition information per serving: 230 calories, 2g fat, 0g saturated fat, 400 mg sodium, 56g carbohydrates, 45g sugar, 4g fiber, 4g protein
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