Bourbon-Maple BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders
Bourbon-Maple BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Sliders are a delicious plant-based alternative that will wow your guests! Tender jackfruit is soaked in a sweet and tangy bourbon-maple barbecue sauce, served on soft brioche buns. These sliders are perfect for game day or any gathering, combining vibrant flavors with a satisfying texture that even meat lovers will adore.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Ingredients
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- 1 can (20 oz) young green jackfruit, packed in water
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup bold BBQ sauce
- 4 brioche slider buns
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Drain and rinse jackfruit, removing any hard core pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion in olive oil until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in jackfruit, coating it with the onion and garlic mixture.
- In a bowl, mix bourbon, maple syrup, and BBQ sauce; pour over jackfruit.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes until tender enough to shred.
- Shred jackfruit using two forks, serve on buns, and top with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, substitute traditional BBQ sauce with chipotle flavor. Enhance your sliders with toppings like pickled red onions or avocado for added freshness.