Ingredients and Weight:
* 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
* 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
* 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste
* 1 (6-ounce) can tomato soup
* 1 (14.5-ounce) can jackfruit in brine, drained
* 1 (12-ounce) can yellow corn (drained or undrained)
* 1 onion, chopped
* 2 celery stalks, chopped
* 3/4 cup brown sugar
* 1/4 cup molasses
* 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
* 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
* 1 teaspoon ground cumin
* 1 teaspoon dried oregano
* Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Drain and rinse the jackfruit, then shred it using your fingers or a fork.
- Combine all the ingredients in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours.
- Shred chicken if you want to add it to the slow cooker after 3 hours of cooking.
- Serve the Jackfruit Joes on toasted buns.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tangy, savory, and slightly sweet
- Pulled jackfruit mimics texture of pulled pork
- Perfect for a casual get-together or party
User Comments:
- "This was a huge hit with my family! Everyone loved the tangy, savory flavor."
- "I was surprised at how much the jackfruit tasted like pulled pork. It was a great vegetarian alternative."
- "I added some shredded chicken to the slow cooker for extra protein, and it turned out amazing."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to drain and rinse the jackfruit well before shredding it to remove any excess brine.
- If you don't have smoked paprika, you can substitute regular paprika.
- For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
