Jackfruit Sloppy "Jacks"
Get ready for a delicious, and totally plant-based twist on a comfort food classic with these Jackfruit Sloppy "Jacks"! Made with Native Forest® Organic Young Jackfruit, sautéed onions, garlic, and a rich, tangy Sloppy Joe sauce, this recipe delivers all the hearty, saucy goodness you crave—without the meat.
Serve it piled high on a soft bun for a fun, family-friendly meal that's vegan, easy to make, and full of flavor. Perfect for weeknights, BBQs, or whenever you're in the mood for a nostalgic favorite!
3-6 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 cans Native Forest Organic Young Jackfruit, drained and chopped
- 2-3Tbsp olive oil (or other vegetable oil)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1-2 clove garlic, minced
- 1 Sloppy Joe seasoning packet
- 1 6oz can tomato paste
- 1 cup boiling water
- Water sufficient to cover jackfruit
- Burger buns
Instructions:
- In a frying pan, add the jackfruit with enough water to cover it and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-high and simmer about 10 minutes.
- Mash the jackfruit to loosen and separate.
- Drain off remaining water.
- Add oil, onion and garlic to the jackfruit and sauté on medium- high until the onion is translucent.
- In a separate bowl, add the boiling water and stir in the contents of the seasoning packet until dissolved. Stir in the tomato paste.
- Pour over the jackfruit and simmer for 5 minutes (or until desired consistency is achieved).
- Serve piled high on a bun, with or without the top bun, and enjoy!
