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I tried Tabitha Brown's BBQ jackfruit sandwiches and this 5-step recipe is a go-to vegan option for Juneteenth

Lauren EdmondsJun 12, 2022, 02:32 IST

I plated Tabitha Brown BBQ's jackfruit sandwiches.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

African Americans and others celebrate Juneteenth annually on June 19.
I made Tabitha Brown's recipe for BBQ jackfruit sandwiches.

Barbecue is a "premiere party food" that's often served at Juneteenth celebrations, but vegans also need an option!

Juneteenth Celebrations in Richmond, California, circa 2004.David Paul Morris/Getty Images

Tabitha Brown shared her recipe for BBQ jackfruit sandwiches on her YouTube channel in May 2020.

Tabitha Brown released her first cookbook, "Feeding the Soul," in October 2021.Marcus Owens

You'll need less than 10 ingredients to make this recipe.

Don't forget to buy some hamburger buns for the sandwiches!Lauren Edmonds/Insider

First, drain the jackfruit to get the excess brine out.

Drain the jackfruit in a strainer or squeeze the excess water out of jackfruit with your hands.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

Some people remove the jackfruit's core, but others incorporate it into their recipe — it's up to you!

An optional step is chopping the core and adding to the shredded bits.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

Add the jackfruit to the skillet with grapeseed oil, seasonings, and liquids.

Heat the jackfruit and seasonings in a pan on the stovetop until it's browned.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

Add your favorite BBQ sauce to the mix after the jackfruit browns.

Add the BBQ sauce of choice to the pan and simmer.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

I've done a number of taste tests, and this is one of my favorites!

I plated Tabitha Brown BBQ's jackfruit sandwiches.Lauren Edmonds/Insider

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