Looking for a light, healthy, and satisfying weeknight meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor? These Vegan Jackfruit Crabcake Sliders are the answer. They’re crispy on the outside, tender and flaky on the inside, and taste so much like traditional crabcakes, even seafood lovers will be impressed. Best of all? This version comes together in just 30 minutes thanks to the magic of Nature’s Charm jackfruit confit.
Why You’ll Love These Vegan Crabcake Sliders
Traditional jackfruit recipes can be time-consuming—draining, rinsing, boiling, and shredding the fruit just to get it to the right texture. But with Nature’s Charm jackfruit confit, the prep work is already done for you. The jackfruit comes pre-seasoned, oil-packed, and ready to use, saving you at least 15-20 minutes in the kitchen. That means less time cooking and more time enjoying a delicious plant-based meal.
These sliders are:
-
Take just 30 minutes (+ chill time)
-
Light and healthy
-
Crispy and golden
-
100% plant-based
-
Packed with bright, zesty flavor
Ingredients That Pack a Punch
This crabcake mixture features a perfect blend of:
-
Hearts of palm for that flaky, “seafood” texture
-
Celery and parsley for crunch and freshness
-
Old Bay seasoning, dijon mustard, and vegan Worcestershire for authentic crabcake flavor
-
Just Egg and panko breadcrumbs to hold everything together
And of course, Nature’s Charm jackfruit confit, which takes these sliders to the next level in both convenience and taste.
How to Make Vegan Crabcake Sliders
Making these sliders is incredibly easy:
-
Mix: Combine the ingredients in a large bowl—jackfruit confit, hearts of palm, herbs, spices, and binding agents.
-
Shape: Form into patties and chill for 1 hour (or freeze briefly to speed things up).
-
Cook: Air fry or pan-fry until crispy and golden brown.
-
Assemble: Serve on toasted slider buns with arugula, juicy roma tomatoes, and a slather of vegan mayo.
For extra flavor, try adding a dash of hot sauce or a squeeze of lemon just before serving.
Pro Tip: Air Fry vs. Pan Fry
Both methods work beautifully. The air fryer version is lighter and oil-free, making it perfect for those watching their fat intake. But if you want that ultimate golden crust, a quick shallow fry in oil gives them a satisfying crunch you’ll love.
Perfect for Meal Prep or Weeknight Dinners
These jackfruit sliders store well and reheat beautifully, making them great for meal prep. You can even double the batch and freeze the patties for later. Just pull them out, crisp them up, and you’ve got a gourmet weeknight dinner in minutes.
Where to Buy Nature’s Charm Jackfruit Confit
Nature’s Charm jackfruit confit is available at most online retailers, and vegan specialty markets. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep a can stocked in your pantry for quick, flavorful plant-based meals anytime.
Ready to dig in? These Vegan Jackfruit Crabcake Sliders are a total game changer for anyone looking to eat more plants without sacrificing flavor or ease. Try them out and let me know how they turn out!
To save this recipe for later, pin the photo below! For more tasty weeknight meals, try my Vegan Tofu Curry Ramen or my Sheet Pan Cauliflower Fajitas.
Tag @carrotsandflowers if you make this recipe—I love seeing your creations!
- 1 can Nature’s Charm jackfruit confit
- 1 cup hearts of palm, finely diced
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley
- 2 tsp old bay
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 2 tsp vegan Worchestershire
- ¼ cup vegan just egg
- 1 crushed nori sheet or 1 tbsp seaweed flakes
- 2 tbsp (28 g) vegan mayo + more for serving
- ½ cup (60 g) panko bread crumbs
- For Serving
- Slider buns
- Arugula
- 2 roma tomatoes
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the just egg, mayo, mustard, Old Bay, Worcestershire, celery and parsley, and salt in a large bowl. With a rubber spatula, gently fold in the artichoke, hearts of palm, and panko. Mix until just combined.
- Shape into 6 patties (about ⅓ cup each.) Place on the baking sheet and chill for 1 hour to help them set. You can speed this up to just 10 minutes in the freezer, just be sure to give it a stir every few minutes so it chills evenly.
- Airfry:
- Airfry the crab cakes at 375F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Fry:
- Preheat a large nonstick pan over medium high heat and fill with ½”-1” (1.25-2.5 cm) of oil. When the oil is hot, add the cakes to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes on each side, until crispy and golden brown.
- Slice the slider buns in half. Layer the buns with a crab cake patty, arugula, tomato slice, and vegan mayo. Serve and enjoy!
QUESTION OR COMMENT? LET'S TALK!