BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich with Creamy Carrot Slaw (Plant-Based Recipe)

There are three components to preparing this sandwich:

1. Creamy Carrot Slaw with Chipotle Lime Dressing

2. BBQ Sauce

3. Seasoned BBQ Jackfruit

Start Here First

Prepare the carrot slaw first, as it takes the longest (mainly because it requires shredding the carrots). The slaw can be made ahead of time and enjoyed on its own or as a side dish. Creamy Plant-Based Carrot Slaw with Chipotle Lime Dressing Recipe

BBQ Sauce Recipe (Make Ahead)

You can use your favorite store-bought BBQ sauce, but at the juice bar, we made everything from scratch.

Ingredients

• 2 cups ketchup

• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar

• 2 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• ¼ cup brown sugar

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions
Add all ingredients to a pot and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–10 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly before using.

BBQ Jackfruit Ingredients

Jackfruit Preparation

• 1 can green jackfruit, drained

• 2 tsp cumin

• 2 tsp chili powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 2 tsp garlic powder

• ⅛ tsp chipotle powder

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 small onion, thinly sliced

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• ½–¾ cup BBQ sauce

How to Prepare the BBQ Jackfruit

1. Drain the jackfruit and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.

2. Using your fingers, pull the jackfruit apart to create a shredded texture.

3. Add all seasonings except the onion, olive oil, and BBQ sauce. Massage the spices thoroughly into the jackfruit. Set aside.

4. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the sliced onions until caramelized, about 5 minutes.

5. Add the seasoned jackfruit and BBQ sauce. Stir to combine and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

6. Remove from heat.