Slow Cooker BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich With Pineapple Slaw

Doused in a homemade sauce, slow-cooked until tender, and served on rolls with an avocado and pineapple slaw, BBQ jackfruit is the ultimate vegan recipe that would turn even the biggest meat lover into a convert.

So, what does jackfruit taste like? The tropical superfruit is like a banana-mango-pear hybrid (yum, right?). It can be dried or juiced, and its seeds can be turned into flour. Its texture when cooked resembles that of pulled pork, making it a vegan-friendly swap for epic tacos or tasty sliders. While it packs the same caloric punch as pork shoulder, it’s low in fat and chock-full of fiber, potassium and vitamin C, making it a winning healthy vegetarian recipe.

Plus, jackfruit is easy to make. In just 3 steps, you’ll have an incredible slow-cooker recipe that tastes way more complex than it actually is. Just be sure to buy young, green jackfruit in brine or water (not syrup), which is key to achieving the right texture and flavor. Here’s how it’s done:

1. Make the sauce in the slow cooker, then add the jackfruit and cook until very tender
2. Meanwhile, make the pineapple slaw with onions, pineapple, lime, and agave nectar
3. Shred the jackfruit and serve on top of rolls with avocado and pineapple slaw. Dig in!