Name: Jackfruit Sloppy Joes
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 0.75 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 0.25 cup finely grated carrot; 2 teaspoons tomato paste; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 0.75 cup unsalted tomato sauce; 0.5 cup unsalted vegetable broth; 0.25 cup unsalted ketchup; 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 2 teaspoons liquid aminos seasoning (see Tip); 1 (20 ounce) can green jackfruit in brine, rinsed and finely chopped; 4 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted

Jackfruit Sloppy Joes

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Meaty jackfruit makes these vegan sloppy Joes rich and filling. Jackfruit, a starchy tropical fruit, is mildly nutty and sweet, a blank canvas for a warm and spicy sauce like the one for this quick meat-free sandwich.

Adam Hickman

Updated on March 9, 2020

Prep Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

25 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 sandwiches

Nutrition Profile:

Low-Calorie High Fiber Dairy-Free Egg Free Vegetarian Vegan Nut-Free

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
¾ cup finely chopped yellow onion
¼ cup finely grated carrot
2 teaspoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
¾ cup unsalted tomato sauce
½ cup unsalted vegetable broth
¼ cup unsalted ketchup
1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
2 teaspoons liquid aminos seasoning (see Tip)
1 (20 ounce) can green jackfruit in brine, rinsed and finely chopped
4 whole-wheat hamburger buns, split and lightly toasted

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and carrot; cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, 3 to 5 minutes. Add tomato paste, garlic powder, chili powder and pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until the spices are fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add tomato sauce, broth, ketchup, Worcestershire, brown sugar and liquid aminos. Stir in jackfruit and bring to a simmer; reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
To serve, place about 3/4 cup of the jackfruit mixture on bottom of each bun; cover with bun tops.

Tips

Tip: Look for liquid aminos seasoning, such as Bragg's, with other condiments, at natural-foods stores or online. Made from soybeans, it tastes similar to soy sauce but with an extra smoky kick. You can substitute soy sauce or tamari.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

267	Calories
6g	Fat
50g	Carbs
5g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 1 sandwich
Calories 267
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 12g	43%
Total Sugars 15g
Protein 5g	11%
Total Fat 6g	7%
Saturated Fat 1g	4%
Vitamin A 1591IU	32%
Vitamin C 6mg	7%
Folate 25mcg	6%
Sodium 705mg	31%
Calcium 118mg	9%
Iron 3mg	14%
Magnesium 50mg	12%
Potassium 371mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.