Vegan Barbecue Feast

Minimalistic dinner table with a vegan barbecue feast, featuring caramelized jackfruit and seitan on vegan buns, garnished with fresh cilantro and red onions.
Vegan Barbecue Feast

Introduction

Embrace the flavors of a traditional barbecue with a vegan twist in this delightful recipe. Crafted to mimic the chewy, smoky goodness of a barbecue feast, this dish uses jackfruit and seitan to recreate the texture and taste of barbecued meats, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups young green jackfruit, drained and shredded
  • 1 cup seitan, thinly sliced
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vegan barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 4 vegan buns, toasted

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced onions and sauté until they become translucent.
  3. Mix in the shredded jackfruit and sliced seitan, stirring well.
  4. Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add the vegan barbecue sauce and liquid smoke, combining thoroughly.
  6. Cook the mixture for about 10 minutes, or until everything is heated through and nicely caramelized.
  7. Serve the barbecue mixture on toasted vegan buns, topped with fresh cilantro.

Enjoy this vegan barbecue delight that not only satisfies your cravings but also adds a healthy, plant-based twist to your meal. Perfect for gatherings or a special family dinner, this dish is sure to impress both vegans and meat-lovers alike!

Hiroshi

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 350 per serving, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 58g, Protein: 18g 
Preparation Time30 minutes 
Allergy InformationGluten (seitan), Soy (depending on the brand of vegan barbecue sauce)