Pulled Jackfruit Sammy with Slaw

This recipe is perfect for healthcare institutions and hospitals. It was developed by HSUS’s team of expert chefs and reviewed by HSUS’s team of registered dietitians.

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Servings: 12

Serving size: 1 sandwich

Ingredients

6 cups Jackfruit, Canned in Water or Brine or Vacuumed Packed –unflavored
3 tablespoons Canola Oil
2 cups Onions, Yellow, small dice
2 teaspoons Garlic, Fresh, minced
2 cups BBQ Sauce, prepared
Salt To Taste
Black Pepper To Taste
6 cups Cabbage Slaw
12 Hamburger Buns

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. If using canned jackfruit, drain and rinse. Place in a single layer on a sheet pan and pat dry.
2. Pick out large seeds from the jackfruit, if any. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant and soft. Add the jackfruit. Continue to cook until the jackfruit is heated through and is easy to break apart with a back of a spoon. Add the BBQ sauce and lower the heat to allow the mixture to simmer slowly until well combined. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Serving information

To Serve: Scoop ½ cup BBQ Pulled Jackfruit and ½ cup Cabbage Slaw and place into the hamburger buns.

Nutrition information

Calories: 272 Total Fat: 7.4g Saturated Fat: 1.6g Monounsaturated Fat: 2.7g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.1g Trans Fat: 0g Cholesterol: 5mg Carbohydrate: 46g Fiber: 2.2g Total Sugar: 18.6g Protein: 5g Sodium: 435mg Vitamin A: 113μg Vitamin C: 17.6mg Calcium: 33mg Iron: 0.6mg Folate: 27μg