Best Jackfruit Pulled Pork Sandwich

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + spices

Homemade sauce can reduce sugar and preservatives.

buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain offers more fiber.

jackfruit

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned jackfruit

Mushrooms provide a similar texture and flavor.

Rinse and drain the canned jackfruit.

Smash the jackfruit between fingers to pull it apart; chop any tough pieces with a knife.

Slice the onion into thin pieces.

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

Add sliced onion to the pot and sauté for a few minutes.

Add minced garlic and sauté for another couple of minutes.

Add chili powder and salt to the onions and garlic; stir well.

Add the pulled jackfruit to the pot and stir to combine with the onion mixture.

Add barbecue sauce to the jackfruit and stir to coat.

Increase heat to warm through the jackfruit for about 3-4 minutes.

Reduce heat to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to dry out moisture.

Add more barbecue sauce to taste before serving.

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