Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion

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A plant-based pizza featuring tender jackfruit in spicy BBQ sauce, topped with red onion and vegan cheese. This Italian-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs pizza dough, vegan BBQ sauce, vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, toss 150 g shredded young green jackfruit with 1/3 cup vegan BBQ sauce, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp chili flakes until evenly coated.
  3. Step 3: Roll out 300 g pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle and transfer to a pizza peel or baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Spread the BBQ jackfruit mixture evenly over the dough.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 120 g shredded vegan mozzarella cheese and 1 small thinly sliced red onion on top.
  6. Step 6: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the toppings to help roasting.
  7. Step 7: Slide the pizza onto the hot pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
  8. Step 8: Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Spicy Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Pizza with Red Onion vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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