This chunky sweet potato and jackfruit stew is the perfect thing to warm you up on a chilly evening. The neutral flavor of young green jackfruit absorbs the complex heat of five-spice powder and the floral notes of lemongrass. Sweet potato and carrots complement the fleshy jackfruit and tender morsels of mushrooms. To make this […]
Jackfruit is a fun addition to this potluck-worthy salad, deftly soaking up the creamy, lemon-infused cashew dressing. (The oil-free dressing gets added heft from steamed and blended potatoes.) This toothsome pasta salad is easy to adapt and can be served warm or cold as a side or main meal. Red and yellow cherry tomatoes, matchstick-cut […]
Comforting and hearty, this jerk-seasoned jackfruit skillet supper brings the full-bodied flavors of the Caribbean to your dinner table any day of the week and goes well with a side of steamed greens. No need to run out and look for jerk seasoning; you can make your own using a streamlined recipe featuring the characteristic […]
“Are you bringing your jackfruit burgers?” You’ll hear this on repeat after you show up to your next potluck with these tasty numbers. Combining the meaty texture of jackfruit with dense black beans, frozen sweet corn, paprika, cumin, and a homemade chipotle-lime sauce, these moist patties hold together well while delivering smoky flavor in spades. […]
This noodle-forward, plant-based take on bulgogi, a classic Korean dish, skips the beef in favor of meaty jackfruit and is guaranteed to spice up your weekly menu! Cooked jackfruit absorbs a ginger-infused soy sauce marinade and tastes divine on top of earthy brown rice pad Thai noodles. A quick cabbage and jackfruit kimchi gets its […]
The mild, sweet flavor of ripe (not green) jackfruit blends with creamy frozen bananas to create a decadent vegan ice cream with a tropical flavor. This fruit-forward dessert uses two bags of frozen jackfruit—one for the ice cream and the other for the saucy citrus-infused compote drizzled over the top. Garnish with toasted macadamia nuts […]
Canned jackfruit’s neutral flavor and meat-like texture perfectly absorbs tantalizing sweet and sour flavors in these fresh spring rolls, which make a fun-to-eat appetizer or starter to a hearty stir-fry meal. The sweet and sour sauce, featuring lime juice, fresh ginger, and coconut aminos, does double duty, adding flavor to the jackfruit filling and then […]
Two feet long, weighing up to 40 pounds, and covered in bumpy green skin, jackfruit is the largest (and perhaps strangest-looking) fruit in the world. But don’t be fooled by the offputting exterior: The fruit contains tasty, pod-like flesh that’s a favorite meat substitute among plant-based eaters due to its hearty texture and ability to […]
Zesty lemon is the star of this nourishing orzo soup, which features the bright citrus flavor in three different ways: Lemon juice and zest are stirred into the savory broth, and each serving is accompanied by a lemon wedge to squeeze on top. Lip-puckering lemon perfectly complements earthy carrots, creamy white beans, and hearty pasta […]
Move over, cauliflower! Parsnips are the latest veggie to become the foundation for healthy flatbreads and pizzas. This produce-packed recipe draws its flavor profile primarily from the Mediterranean coast but features a unique Asian twist with the addition of meaty jackfruit amongst the toppings. A base of creamy hummus perfectly complements the antipasto flavors of […]
These BBQ jackfruit bowls hit all the right notes for a great eating experience—chewy, zesty, crunchy, and colorful. Meaty jackfruit morsels are marinated in an oil-free BBQ sauce to absorb that classic smoky-sweet flavor, just minus the unhealthy ingredients. A bed of quinoa and broccoli slaw soaks up the excess sauce while quick-pickled red onions […]
If you haven’t tried jackfruit, this chunky chowder is a great place to start. The tender Asian fruit absorbs the savory flavors of the broth and lends a meaty texture to the stew. A medley of fresh veggies adds eye-catching color while red pepper flakes kick the spice level up a notch. The flavors in […]
