Jackfruit Pulled "Pork"

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

This jackfruit pulled "pork" recipe is for vegans and anyone else who wants an interesting and healthy version of pulled pork. It satisfied the craving of this nine-year vegetarian! You can eat this right away in a sandwich with coleslaw or however you choose, but it's best to let it sit overnight in the refrigerator and reheat it. This is especially important if you don't have a slow cooker and make it in a skillet instead.

Ingredients:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped vidalia onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 pounds young green jackfruit packed in water, drained
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce, or more to taste
Directions:
  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add jackfruit; cook and stir until lightly browned and relatively free of moisture, about 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer jackfruit mixture to a slow cooker and cover with barbecue sauce. Cover and cook on Low, stirring occasionally, until jackfruit shreds easily with a fork, about 6 hours.