Ingredients

• 2 canned young green jackfruit
• 240 mls (1 cup) bbq sauce
• 2 tbsps olive oil
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 720 mls (3 cups) cabbage
• 1 carrot
• 240 mls (1 cup) vegan mayo
• 2 tbsps apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 4 burger buns

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Cut off the core and shred the pieces by hand or with a fork.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until translucent.
3. Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan along with smoked paprika. Stir well and cook for about 10 minutes.
4. Pour in the BBQ sauce and stir to combine. Let it simmer for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. While the jackfruit is cooking, prepare the coleslaw. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage and grated carrot.
6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
7. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot mixture. Toss well to coat evenly.
8. Toast the burger buns lightly if desired.
9. Assemble the sandwiches by placing a generous amount of the BBQ jackfruit on the bottom bun, followed by a scoop of coleslaw, and then the top bun.

Notes

• This recipe is a delicious and hearty plant-based alternative to traditional BBQ sandwiches.
• Jackfruit is a versatile fruit that has a texture similar to shredded meat when cooked.