A great vegan pulled pork BBQ substitute is jackfruit!
A great vegan pulled pork BBQ substitute is jackfruit! is a easy American recipe that serves 2. 350 calories per serving. Recipe by Tabitha Brown on YouTube.
Prep: 20 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 45 min
Cost: $31.22 total, $15.61 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 cans (20 oz each) Young Green Canned Jackfruit (drained, rinsed, and squeezed dry; pull apart into shreds)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar (adds brightness to the jackfruit)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt‑Free Multi‑Spice Blend (any all‑purpose seasoning without added salt)
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (pure, for a hint of sweetness)
- ½ cup Barbecue Sauce (store‑bought or homemade; choose a gluten‑free version if needed)
- 6 large leaves Collard Green Leaves (rinsed, stems trimmed, pat dry)
- 2 cups Green Cabbage (shredded)
- ½ cup Carrot (shredded)
- ¼ cup Plain Raw Yogurt (for a creamy, dairy‑based coleslaw dressing)
- 1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar (for coleslaw)
- ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt (for coleslaw)
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Pickles (sliced; optional)
- 1 small Tomato (sliced; optional)
Instructions
Drain and Dry the Jackfruit
Open the cans, pour the jackfruit into a colander, rinse quickly, then press firmly with a kitchen towel to squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Time: PT5M
Shred the Jackfruit
Using your hands or two forks, pull apart the jackfruit pieces into bite‑size shreds that resemble pulled pork.
Time: PT3M
Sauté the Jackfruit
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shredded jackfruit, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt‑free multi‑spice, ½ tsp sea salt, and 1 tbsp maple syrup. Stir to coat evenly.
Time: PT12M
Temperature: Medium heat
Add Barbecue Sauce
Pour ½ cup barbecue sauce over the browned jackfruit, stir well, and let it simmer for another 3‑4 minutes so the sauce thickens and clings.
Time: PT4M
Temperature: Medium heat
Prepare the Yogurt Coleslaw
In a mixing bowl combine 2 cups shredded green cabbage, ½ cup shredded carrot, ¼ cup plain raw yogurt, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, ¼ tsp sea salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Time: PT5M
Prep the Collard Green Wraps
Rinse the collard leaves under cold water, pat dry, and trim the thick central stem. If the leaves are stiff, microwave them for 15 seconds to soften.
Time: PT3M
Assemble the Wraps
Lay a collard leaf flat, place a generous spoonful of the BBQ jackfruit in the center, add a mound of yogurt coleslaw, and optional sliced pickles or tomato. Fold the sides over and roll tightly like a burrito.
Time: PT5M
Serve
Plate the wraps, drizzle any extra BBQ sauce on top, and enjoy immediately while warm.
Time: PT3M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 45 g
- Fat
- 12 g
- Fiber
- 8 g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free (if using gluten‑free BBQ sauce), Low‑Carb
Allergens: Soy (in BBQ sauce), Dairy (yogurt)
Last updated: April 16, 2026








