BBQ SOUL BOWL

A BBQ Soul Bowl is a delicious and hearty meal that combines various flavors and textures for a satisfying experience. While there isn’t a single standard recipe for it, you can create your own by combining some common elements. Here’s a basic recipe to get you started:

Ingredients:

For the BBQ Pulled Pork (you can also use tofu or jackfruit for a vegetarian/vegan option):

• 2 pounds of pork shoulder (or protein of your choice)
• 1 cup of BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Coleslaw:

• 3 cups of shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Collard Greens:

• 1 bunch of collard greens, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 2 slices of bacon (or use olive oil for a vegetarian/vegan option)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup of chicken or vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Cornbread:

• You can use store-bought cornbread or make it from a mix.

For Assembly:

• Cooked rice or your choice of grain (e.g., quinoa, brown rice)

Instructions:

1. BBQ Pulled Pork (or alternative): a. Season the pork with salt and pepper. b. In a slow cooker or an oven-proof pot, combine the pork, BBQ sauce, chicken or vegetable broth, chopped onion, and minced garlic. c. Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork. If using tofu or jackfruit, simmer until heated through and well-coated with the BBQ sauce.
2. Coleslaw: a. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
3. Collard Greens: a. In a large skillet, cook the bacon (or use olive oil for a vegetarian/vegan option) until crispy. Remove the bacon and crumble it. b. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until they soften. c. Add the chopped collard greens and chicken or vegetable broth to the skillet. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the greens are tender. d. Season with salt, pepper, and the crumbled bacon.
4. Cornbread: a. Prepare the cornbread according to the package instructions.
5. Assembly: a. Start with a base of cooked rice or your grain of choice in a bowl. b. Top with a portion of BBQ pulled pork or your chosen protein. c. Add a serving of coleslaw and collard greens. d. Place a slice of cornbread on the side.

Enjoy your BBQ Soul Bowl! Feel free to customize the ingredients and proportions to your liking.