Dive into Deliciousness with Jackfruit Sliders
If you’re on the hunt for a delectable vegan alternative that’s both effortless to make and bursting with flavors, look no further than Jackfruit Sliders. Jackfruit, with its meaty texture and ability to absorb flavors beautifully, is the perfect ingredient for creating satisfying sliders that will impress vegans and meat-eaters alike. This recipe takes the humble jackfruit and transforms it into a mouthwatering dish that is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
Ingredients:
– 2 cans of young green jackfruit in brine, drained and shredded
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves of garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon tomato paste
– 1 tablespoon barbecue sauce
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
– Slider buns
– Your choice of toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, vegan cheese)
Cooking Instructions:
##### Preparing the Jackfruit:
1. Start by draining the jackfruit and removing the seeds. Shred the jackfruit using your fingers or a fork to achieve a pulled pork-like texture.
2. In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened and translucent.
3. Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan, along with the smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well to coat the jackfruit in the spices.
##### Infusing Flavor:
4. Pour in the soy sauce, tomato paste, and barbecue sauce. Mix everything together until the jackfruit is evenly coated in the flavorful sauce.
5. Allow the jackfruit to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the jackfruit absorb all the delicious flavors.
##### Assembling the Sliders:
6. Toast the slider buns until golden brown and crispy.
7. Place a generous spoonful of the seasoned jackfruit onto the bottom half of each slider bun.
8. Top the jackfruit with your favorite toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, and vegan cheese.
9. Finally, place the top half of the slider bun on the toppings to complete your mouthwatering jackfruit sliders.
Serve these jackfruit sliders at your next gathering or weeknight dinner for a delightful twist on traditional sliders. The combination of the smoky, spiced jackfruit with the fresh toppings nestled between the soft buns will have everyone coming back for more. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these effortless jackfruit sliders and enjoy the deliciousness of this vegan alternative.