Spicy Sesame Pulled Jackfruit Mango Sliders:

A Plant-Based 4th of July Crowd-Pleaser

Looking for a show-stopping, plant-based main dish to spice up your 4th of July celebration? These Spicy Sesame Pulled Jackfruit Mango Sliders are the answer! Packed with bold flavors, vibrant colors, and a touch of summer sweetness, this simple dish is perfect for backyard barbecues, picnics, or any festive gathering. With jackfruit’s meaty texture and a zesty sesame sauce, you’ll never miss the animal protein—and the juicy mango brings a burst of sunshine to every bite.

This recipe is easy to prepare, totally vegan, and guaranteed to impress both longtime plant-based eaters and curious guests alike. Serve these sliders alongside your favorite summer salads for a 4th of July meal that’s as fun and memorable as the fireworks.

Recipe

• 1 can young green jackfruit in water or brine, drained and shredded (20 oz / 565 g)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil (2 tbsp / 30 ml)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari (1/4 cup / 60 ml)
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup (2 tbsp / 30 ml)
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (1 tbsp / 15 ml)
• 1 tablespoon sriracha or other hot sauce (1 tbsp / 15 ml)
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (1 tsp / 5 g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 cloves / 6 g)
• 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced (1 mango / 200 g)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (1/4 cup / 15 g)
• 8 small slider buns or whole grain mini buns (8 buns / 8 buns)
• Optional: sliced jalapeños for extra heat (to taste / to taste)

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the jackfruit. Shred the pieces with your hands or forks to create a pulled texture.
2. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add shredded jackfruit to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sriracha.
5. Pour the sauce over the jackfruit and stir well to coat. Cook for another 10-12 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the flavors and slightly caramelize.
6. Remove from heat and stir in diced mango and chopped cilantro.
7. Toast the slider buns lightly.
8. Spoon the spicy sesame pulled jackfruit mixture onto each bun. Add sliced jalapeños if desired for extra heat.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutritional Data (per serving, based on 8 sliders)

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbohydrates: 45 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6 g
• Sugars: 20 g
• Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg