Vegan Pulled Poke (Pork, but Not Really)
 
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Surprisingly delish vegan version of pulled pork which uses jackfruit that I'm calling "Pulled Poke" because that's how my grandfather pronounced it! Try this inexpensive and easy to make dish for your next Meatless Monday.
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Recipe Type: Light Meals
Cuisine: Vegan
Number Servings: 4-5
What You Need
  • 2 20-oz cans of Young Green Jackfruit (packed in brine or water)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, chopped
  • ¼ yellow onion, sliced thin then cut in half or minced
  • 1-2 Tablespoons avocado or sunflower oil
  • ½ tsp seasoning salt (I used Slap Ya Mama)
  • ¼ tsp ground black or cayenne pepper
  • 1-1/4 cups favorite BBQ sauce
  • Rolls or buns
How to Do It
  1. Pour jackfruit into colander and drain. Rinse thoroughly, gently squeezing the jackfruit in small batches. Do this several times to remove the canned water and/or brine solution.
  2. Pick over the jackfruit and slice the wedges into thirds or break apart gently if preferable.
  3. In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium and saute the onions for about 3 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and jackfruit and cook another 3-4 minutes, turning jackfruit to lightly brown on both sides. Sprinkle with seasoning salt and black pepper.
  4. Transfer contents of skillet to crock pot, then pour on your BBQ sauce. Stir to mix well. Add up to 1 cup water if needed.
  5. Cover crockpot and cook over high for about 3 hours, checking and stirring every so often; add a few Tablespoons of water if required.
  6. When done and jackfruit shreds easily, take it out of the crockpot and shred with two forks. Return to unplugged crockpot and let sit, covered, for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Add additional salt or pepper to taste.
  7. Serve on rolls or buns, with a side of cole slaw or potato salad
Extras
This also makes a great filling for tacos and burritos.
Recipe by Blacks Going Vegan! at https://blacksgoingvegan.com/vegan-pulled-poke-pork-but-not-really/