Vegan Pulled Jackfruit And Avocado Sliders - E.D.SMITH®

Vegan Pulled Jackfruit And Avocado Sliders

Even carnivores will enjoy this pulled pork alternative, using “meaty” jackfruit simmered in a sweet sauce to create an inspired sandwich.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Difficulty Level Advanced
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup (250 mL) vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup (175 mL) E.D.SMITH TRIPLE FRUITS® Apricot Peach Passion Fruit Spread
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) ketchup
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) sambal oelek chili paste
  • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cracked pepper
  • 2 cans (20 oz/550 mL) each jackfruit, drained
  • 8 artisanal slider buns split
  • 1 avocado peeled, halved and pit removed

Directions
 

  • In saucepan set over medium-low heat, stir together broth, fruit spread, onions, ketchup, vinegar, tomato paste, mustard, soy sauce, sambal oelek and pepper; simmer, stirring often, for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, pat jackfruit dry using paper towel and remove centre core. Pull with two forks into strands; add to saucepan. Cook stirring, for 5 minutes.
  • Lightly toast buns and slice avocado. Spoon jackfruit mixture onto buns and top with avocado.

Tips

  1. Use 4 regular-size buns instead of slider buns if desired.
  2. Use fresh jackfruit when available.
Type Sandwiches, Pizza & Savoury Snacks
Season/Occasion Holiday, Christmas & New Years - Spring & Easter - Summer Fun - Thanksgiving, Autumn & Halloween