BBQ Jackfruit

Serves: 6
Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• ​1 medium onion, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups canned jackfruit, rinsed in cold water
• 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1 cup vegetable stock
• ½ cup vegan barbecue sauce

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF.
2. Heat the oil over medium heat in a large pan or Dutch oven.
3. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until translucent.
4. Add the jackfruit, spices, Worcestershire, and liquid smoke.
5. Stir to coat evenly.
6. Add the vegetable stock and bring to a simmer.
7. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the fruit has broken down.
8. Spread the jackfruit on a prepared baking sheet and bake at 350ºF for 20 minutes or until the liquid has baked out and the jackfruit has a deeper brown color.
9. Pour the barbecue sauce over the jackfruit, mix, and return to the oven for 15 minutes.
10. Serve warm on vegan buns with vegan coleslaw.

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