Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw
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It’s my very first Recipe Redux! This monthly recipe challenge was founded by registered dietitians, and helps create an amazing collection of delicious, healthy recipes. June’s theme is Sandwich Upgrades (and the Redux birthday month!) and I can’t think of a better theme for my premier post: Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw.

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

Summer is in full swing – meaning BBQs, beach trips, and delicious summer produce. Pulled pork sandwiches are a BBQ staple and served as the inspiration for my summertime sandwich makeover. I swapped in jackfruit for the pork, and made a silky smooth cherry BBQ sauce that celebrates the seasonal fruit, and skips the added sugar and extra salt.

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

Honestly, I was never a huge fan of jackfruit until very recently. Los Angeles has no shortage of vegan options, and jackfruit graces many menus in the form of taco filling, nacho topping, faux crab cake meat and not-tuna salads. It’s stringy texture matches that of a pulled meat, and it’s great at soaking up sticky sauces. It has a fruity undertone that threw me off for a while when I wanted something savory, but it’s really grown on me as a versatile vegan option!

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

You can find jackfruit fresh in some stores, but it’s usually enormous and tough to break down, so I opted for good old canned jackfruit. Trader Joe’s sells it, but my location was out, so I found some at my local Indian grocery store. Be sure to look out for jackfruit packed in water, not syrup!

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

Some kind of slaw is essential with a BBQ sandwich, so I whipped up this insanely easy and refreshing tahini mint slaw. It’s crisp, crunchy, creamy and refreshing all in one, which pairs perfectly with the savory, spicy pulled jackfruit. The tahini lends a slightly nutty flavor, and the fresh mint and apple cider vinegar cut through the creamyness to brighten it up.

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

For the bread, I found some really fluffy looking gluten-free buns that were calling my name. They soaked up the sauce and provided the perfect pillowy structure to (barely) keep the filling in.

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Mint Tahini Slaw

So whether you’re hanging out in the backyard with family and friends or just looking to try something new this summer, give this sandwich a try! Hey, we all love toast, but isn’t it really just an open faced sandwich?

Cherry BBQ Jackfruit with Tahini Mint Slaw

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About Danielle

I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Master of Applied Gastronomy: Culinary Arts graduate with a passion for pastry. After years of working in food and nutrition PR and communications, I turned my passion for all things culinary into a career. Now, I create plant-based recipes (mostly desserts) and share the art and science of making delicious recipes without eggs, dairy or gelatin for the home cook and pro. 

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