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BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Vegan BBQ pulled “chicken” made from jackfruit or soy, smothered in tangy sauce, served on soft buns.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans young green jackfruit in water or soy curls about 20 oz
  • 1 cup vegan BBQ sauce
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 vegan sandwich buns
  • Optional: coleslaw or pickles for topping
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse jackfruit, then shred with your fingers or fork to mimic pulled texture.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add shredded jackfruit, stir, and cook for 5 minutes to release moisture.
  4. Pour BBQ sauce over jackfruit, mix well, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, adjust BBQ sauce if needed for tanginess.
  6. Toast buns lightly, pile pulled “chicken” high, and add coleslaw or pickles if desired.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the messy, smoky goodness.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 15%
  • Calcium: 10%
  • Vitamin C: 12%
  • Vitamin A: 8%
  • Magnesium: 10%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor

  • Use your favorite smoky vegan BBQ sauce for personalized flair.
  • Add liquid smoke or smoked paprika if you want extra depth.
  • Slow cook in a crockpot for 4 hours on low for more tender bites.
  • Serve with vegan coleslaw for a crunchy, tangy contrast.
  • Double the batch for game day or meal prep ease.