8 Ways to Use Jackfruit in Your Cooking

The tropical Jackfruit is the largest of the tree fruits and can weigh a whopping 120 pounds.  That’s a lot of food! Something that amazing vegan foodies have found is that the jackfruit doubles as a really great meat substitute for its texture.

You might have heard of pulled Jackfruit sandwiches, but there are lots of other fun dishes that you can add jackfruit to. Don’t worry. Rather than having to lug an enormous fruit home from the supermarket, you can usually find ready-prepared jackfruit in the stores.

Just check out these 8 inventive jackfruit recipes.

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1. Chili Lime Jackfruit Nachos

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Meet your next go-to party snack- Chili Lime Jackfruit Nachos by Anna Bannister. Crispy nachos are topped with tender jackfruit cooked in lime juice, cane sugar, chili powder, and more spices, then topped with a creamy, spicy Sriracha sauce. These nachos will be a hit at any party, so don’t just stop at making one batch of these because they’ll disappear fast.

2. Smoky BBQ Mango Jackfruit Sliders

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If you’re looking to break into the world of jackfruit, you have to try this effortless recipe for Smoky BBQ Mango Jackfruit Sliders by Gabrielle St. Claire! They’re bursting with lightly sweet, slightly spicy flavor and perfectly paired with fresh, crunchy jalapeño slaw. While the jackfruit cooks, the sauce caramelizes slightly, turning a deep brown color, and adding a touch more sweetness to the dish.

3. Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich With Avocado Slaw

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This Barbecue Pulled Jackfruit Sandwich With Avocado Slaw by Megan Sadd is a dream come true for anyone who loves meaty, savory sandwiches. It has an amazingly meaty texture that pairs so perfectly with the barbecue sauce. Sweet, smoky, and a little spicy, it’s perfectly balanced by the crisp, fresh avocado slaw. Serve this with pickles and fries on the side.

4. Jackfruit Frita Quesadillas

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This Jackfruit Frita Quesadillas by Desiree Rodriguez is a vegan take on vaca frita which is normally made with shredded beef inside a quesadilla.

5. Lancashire Hotpot

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A centuries-old dish that is still popular today. This hearty meat-free Lancashire Hotpot by Aimee Ryan uses jackfruit and oyster mushrooms in a rich gravy and is topped with crispy layers of potato.

6. Breaded Jackfruit Cutlet

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Young, tender jackfruit is steamed and then shredded to give it the texture of pulled pork and then combined with potatoes and shaped into these Breaded Jackfruit Cutlets by Anupa Joseph. They’re breaded and fried, so they’re crispy on the outside with a soft, but meaty texture on the inside. Serve these crispy cutlets on buns with lettuce, tomato, and onions like you would with patties, or serve them on their own with a side of vegetables.

7. Vegan “Crab” Rangoons

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These Vegan “Crab” Rangoons by Sarah Ottino are the perfect appetizer for you! They have a classic creamy filling with a very crunchy outer layer. They can be folded a few different ways and will be a hit at your next get-together!

8. BBQ Jackfruit-Stuffed Anaheim Peppers

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Jackfruit simmered in a hickory BBQ sauce, then stuffed inside Anaheim peppers. These sweet but spicy BBQ Jackfruit-Stuffed Anaheim Peppers by Nichole Harju are bursting with flavor. Definitely a vegan favorite!

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