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+15 Jackfruit Recipes

April 6, 2017 by Helene Dsouza 13 Comments

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Jackfruit is such a versatile ingredient and to celebrate that I have put together a selection of jackfruit recipes.

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What is Jackfruit?

Jackfruit is the largest and heaviest fruit in the world and it’s related to the breadfruit and durian.

We have a young jackfruit tree in our tropical garden in Goa India, and from that tree, we harvest about 20 jackfruits in a single day.

Each jackfruit weighs about 44-66 lbs/ 20-30 kg.

Grown Jackfruit trees, with their massive build, can have about 200 Jackfruits growing on the tree trunk and on brunches.

These are crazy numbers when you think that some of these jackfruits tend to get over 88 lbs/ 40 kgs heavy!

The healthy exotic fruit is native to the Western Ghats/West Coast of India but it grows in other parts of Asia too and the Caribbeans.

The fruit is also known as fruit de Jaque in french, kathal in Hindi and pannas पाननस  in Goa and Maharashtra.

It’s in season from March to June in any tropical climate and two major varieties exist, a softer jelly-like type and the more common and commercialized fleshy jackfruit.

The fruit flesh is pale yellow/beige in color and it tastes and smells like gum, pineapple and spring onions combined.

It’s a pleasant smell and taste and nothing bad as the durian.

Both, fruit flesh and jackfruit seeds can be used in recipes. The seeds can be boiled and taste just like chestnuts!

jackfruit harvest in goa india april 2017
Whole jackfruits after harvest

How to prepare a fresh whole Jackfruit?

Besides the fruit being so big, which makes it be honestly daunting for anyone to prepare it in any way possible, the fruit flesh tends to have a very sticky glue-like substance around it.

Because of that glue substance, you will turn into a sobbing and crying child when tackling your jackfruit preparation like any-other fruit.

The right way to cut out jackfruit pulp pieces is to cover your hands and knife with cooking oil.

You won’t be able to use it all up in a day’s time, so freezing or drying jackfruit pieces is a good idea!

We usually cut one open, use it in a few jackfruit recipes and give away the rest to neighbors and friends.

Jackfruit whole close up, white glu-like sap
jackfruit glue -like substance

Buying Jackfruit

Canned Jackfruit flesh can be commonly bought in grocery stores like Aldi these days.

Look out for plain brined jackfruit and not the stuff you get in syrup.

You can also get fresh jackfruit cut up in smaller pieces (or sometimes as a whole too) in an Asian or Caribbean specialty store.

Fresh jackfruit is healthier and tastier BUT consider that it’s quite some extra work to process it because of that glue substance.

Raw Jackfruit is a bit more rare and harder to be found. You might get it in a health or vegan grocery store.

Jackfruit recipe ideas

We usually enjoy jackfruit as is in its raw state. However, the fruit is great cooked too.

Especially vegans may appreciate this fruit.

Here are some recipes to get inspired!

Vegan French dip sandwich with au jus

Vegan French dip sandwich with au jus
If comfort food to you is dunking a savory vegan French dip sandwich with jackfruit into a full-bodied au jus, do I have a treat for you… This hearty sandwich is served on toasted ciabatta with sautéed onions and horseradish mayonnaise.
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Vegan French dip sandwich with au jus

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Jackfruit Upside Down Cake

Jackfruit upside down cake
This jackfruit upside down cake replaces pineapples for a Filipino twist on a classic American dessert. Best made with ripe fresh jackfruit, but canned jackfruit will also work.
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Jackfruit Upside Down Cake

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Jackfruit Tinga with Chipotle Sauce

Jackfruit Tinga with Chipotle Sauce
This vegan jackfruit tinga is simmered in a smoky and spicy tomato chipotle sauce. The shredded unripe jackfruit mimics shredded chicken in traditional chicken tinga recipes.
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Jackfruit Tinga with Chipotle Sauce

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Chili verde jackfruit with cilantro lime brown rice

Chili verde jackfruit with cilantro lime brown rice
The flavor punch in this chili verde jackfruit with cilantro lime brown rice recipe is no joke. It is spicy, savory, tangy, mouth-watering goodness.
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Chili verde jackfruit with cilantro lime brown rice

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BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Salsa

BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Salsa
Some delicious BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Salsa to health up your dinner and to keep great flavors on the menu!
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BBQ Jackfruit Tacos with Mango Salsa

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Jackfruit Ice cream

Jackfruit Ice Cream
The sweetness from jackfruit and the bite of jackfruit bits makes this ice cream subtle, creamy and delicious!
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Jackfruit Ice Cream by currytrail.in
Jackfruit Ice cream

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Slow cooker vegan chicken wild rice soup

Slow cooker vegan chicken wild rice soup
This vegan jackfruit chicken wild rice soup is super creamy and loaded with vegetables, nutty wild rice, and tender chunks of shredded jackfruit! Thanks to a slow cooker, you can get this cozy dinner on the table with barely any effort at all!
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Slow cooker vegan chicken wild rice soup

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Vegan Stew with Jackfruit Beef

Vegan Stew with Jackfruit Beef
It is a hearty and filling vegan stew recipe that is loaded with veggies and flavors. For good measure, we also added some jackfruit chunks to have something beefy to bite on. It is the perfect dinner recipe when you need a warm and steamy bowl of delicious vegan comfort food.
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Vegan Stew with Jackfruit Beef

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Vegan Jackfruit ‘Pulled Pork’ Tacos with grilled Pineapple

Vegan jackfruit ‘pulled pork’ tacos with grilled pineapple
You won’t believe these tacos are vegan! Jackfruit replaces pulled pork seamlessly in these spicy tacos served with grilled pineapple.
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Vegan Jackfruit 'pulled pork' tacos with grilled pineapple by supergoldenbakes.com
Vegan Jackfruit 'Pulled Pork' Tacos with grilled Pineapple

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Jackfruit Stir Fry – Kathal ki Sabzi

Indian Jackfruit Stir Fry
Kathal (Jackfruit) Ki Sabzi is a succulent dry preparation of unripe jackfruit cooked with plenty of red onions and spices. The dish has a fibrous texture and delicious taste to it, hence it can be labeled as mock meat also.
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Jackfruit stir fry, kathal ki sabzi by funfoodfrolic.com
Jackfruit Stir Fry - Kathal ki Sabzi

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Corned Jackfruit

Corned Jackfruit
Vegan spin on the New England St. Patrick’s Day classic with Corned Jackfruit!
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Corned Jackfruit by frieddandelions.com
Corned Jackfruit

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Vegan reuben jackfruit sandwich

Vegan reuben jackfruit sandwich
You’re going to love this vegan reuben jackfruit sandwich. It is packed with corned jackfruit, crunchy sauerkraut, and tangy Thousand Island dressing on toasted marbled rye. It’s a flavor-packed lunch or dinner that truly delivers.
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Vegan reuben jackfruit sandwich

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Stuffed Jackfruit

Stuffed Jackfruits
This recipe is made using ripe but firm jackfruit flesh. It is being stuffed with ground grated coconut and some spices. It is then coated with semolina and shallow fried.
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Stuffed Jackfruit by rakshaskitchen.com
stuffed jackfruit

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Raw Jackfruit Kebab – Kathal ke Kebab

Raw Jackfruit Kebab
Vegan Kebab prepared with raw jackfruit pulp pieces and served with an Indian chutney.
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9 amazing Vegetarian Jackfruit Recipes & Ideas - Sweet & Savory Jackfruit Eats to discover! www.MasalaHerb.com - Kathal Ke Kebab, Raw Jackfruit Kebab by currytrail.in
Raw Jackfruit Kebab - Kathal ke Kebab

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Raw Jackfruit Curry

Raw Jackfruit Curry
This Jackfruit Curry is a home-style delicious curry made with raw jackfruit in onion tomato and yogurt based curry. Goes well with roti (indian flatbread) and steamed rice.
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Raw Jackfruit Curry

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Dear Reader, which jackfruit recipes will you make next?

Please feel free to share your thoughts and ideas with us in the comment section further below!

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Comments

  1. dassana amit says

    May 28, 2020 at 3:53 pm

    A very well written and detailed post. the photos reminded me of my stay in Goa where you could find jackfruit so easily.

    Reply
  2. Hina Gujral says

    June 26, 2018 at 5:40 am

    Such a lovely post and so well explained! Thank you for including my recipe.

    Reply
  3. Eva Taylor says

    April 10, 2017 at 5:52 pm

    The size and numbers harvested are indeed daunting! I wonder if you could make jackfruit jam or pickles? I have seen it in our supermarkets but have always been slightly apprehensive about getting one, your recipe round up will take that edge off.

    Reply
  4. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    April 10, 2017 at 5:47 am

    I’ve never seen jackfruit cooked before. I can’t imagine 40kg falling on my head. I worry about coconuts on my patio but jackfruit would scare the pants off me! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Diana says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:37 pm

    I wish we can find jackfruit here in the UK, I’ve tried it in Malaysia and really loved it.

    Reply
  6. Kim at Three Olives Branch says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    I remember being introduced to jackfruit in Jamaica, these recipes make it look and sound amazing! Great round up!

    Reply
  7. Liz says

    April 8, 2017 at 7:02 pm

    I remember the first time I tried a jackfruit BBQ sandwich it really seemed like pulled pork! I was shocked!

    Reply
  8. Julia says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:38 pm

    I have seen jackfruit only on pictures and never seen it sold around here fresh or canned. However, I am sure I’ll be buying it if I ever come across this fruit. Love the recipes, they look delicious!

    Reply
  9. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:23 pm

    Jackfruit are absolutely gi-normous! They sell more reasonable portions at one of our market stands locally, and they make fabulous shakes. Did you know that jackfruit was actually the flavor profile behind Juicy Fruit gum?

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    • Helene Dsouza says

      April 8, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      Really? LOL I didn’t know that with the gum. Well, that explains why I liked that gum as a kid.

      Reply
  10. John/Kitchen Riffs says

    April 7, 2017 at 8:38 pm

    No, I didn’t know this was the largest fruit in the world! Always love learning new things. 🙂 Great collection of recipes — thanks.

    Reply
  11. Rosa says

    April 7, 2017 at 12:11 pm

    Lovely recipes! I love jackfruit, but I’ve never baked or cooked with it…

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  12. angiesrecipes says

    April 6, 2017 at 8:20 pm

    I am drooling over those exotic treats! I love particularly that ice cream. Thanks for sharing, Helene.

    Reply

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