Vegan Braising Young Jackfruit (Pulled Pork Alternative) with Mushrooms and Cilantro
🌱 100% Plant-Based
Cook Time: 30-45 min
Total Time: ~55 min
Temperature: 325°F
Protein: 3g per cup
Serves: 2
Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based
Ingredients
- 1 cup drained (about 1/2 can) young jackfruit (pulled pork alternative)
- 2 cups mushrooms, prepped
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for umami
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice
Instructions
- Prep the protein: Drain canned jackfruit, squeeze out water, pull apart with forks into shreds.
- Season: Toss young jackfruit (pulled pork alternative) with 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper.
- Prep vegetables: Wash and cut mushrooms into even pieces for uniform cooking.
- Heat: Set to 325°F. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
- Cook protein: Add young jackfruit (pulled pork alternative) and cook for 30-45 minutes. In carnitas-style seasoning, shred and crisp
- Add vegetables: Add mushrooms and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
- Season: Add as garnish at serving. Taste and adjust salt and cilantro.
- Finish: Add optional soy sauce or lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Highlights
- Protein: 3g per cup from young jackfruit (pulled pork alternative)
- Fiber: High — from both young jackfruit (pulled pork alternative) and mushrooms
- Diet: 100% plant-based, vegan, dairy-free
- Category: Fruit-Based
Tips for Best Results
- In carnitas-style seasoning, shred and crisp
- Cilantro tip: Add as garnish at serving.
- Don't overcrowd the cooking surface — work in batches for crispy results.
- For extra protein, serve over quinoa or brown rice.
- Storage: leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated, reheat at 325°F.