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BBQ Pulled Pork Chops Recipe

A smoky, sweet, and savory vegan version of BBQ Pulled Pork Chops—juicy, saucy, and ridiculously satisfying without any actual pork.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan “Pork Chops”
  • 2 cups jackfruit young green, canned, drained, and shredded
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
For the BBQ Sauce
  • ½ cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ tsp chili flakes optional for spice
For Garnish
  • Fresh parsley or scallions
  • Lemon wedges

Method
 

  1. Prep the Jackfruit: Drain and shred the jackfruit with a fork until it resembles pulled meat.
  2. Season It: Toss with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavor.
  3. Sear the “Pork”: Heat your skillet on medium-high. Add seasoned jackfruit and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly crisp and browned.
  4. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk tomato sauce, maple syrup, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, garlic, paprika, and chili flakes.
  5. Simmer the Magic: Pour the BBQ sauce into the skillet. Stir well, coating every strand of jackfruit in smoky perfection.
  6. Bake or Grill: Transfer to the oven (optional) and bake at 375°F for 10 minutes for caramelized edges.
  7. Serve & Slay: Plate with lemon wedges and sprinkle parsley. Pair with coleslaw, cornbread, or a chilled mocktail.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 22g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 20%
  • Calcium: 15%
  • Vitamin C: 18%
  • Vitamin A: 12%
  • Magnesium: 16%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add liquid smoke for that true BBQ grill flavor.
  • Want heat? A drizzle of hot sauce makes it pop.
  • Serve over rice, on a bun, or with roasted corn.
  • Air fry for extra crispiness—zero judgment if you double the sauce.
  • Warning: may cause unplanned second servings and sudden BBQ cravings.