Recipes for Jackfruit

Safe ways to use jackfruit past its expiration date

Jackfruit Salad

Jackfruit Salad

A refreshing salad made with expired jackfruit, utilizing it in a safe and sustainable way.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
0 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired jackfruit, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mixed greens
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, sliced cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, mint leaves, and basil leaves.
  2. Add the thinly sliced jackfruit to the bowl.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Let the salad marinate for about 10 minutes before serving.
  6. Serve the jackfruit salad chilled as a refreshing side dish or main course.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Jackfruit Tacos

Jackfruit Tacos

A flavorful and easy-to-make taco recipe using slightly expired jackfruit to reduce food waste.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups slightly expired jackfruit
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pan and sauté until golden brown.
  3. Add the slightly expired jackfruit to the pan and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it up with a fork.
  4. Add cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir well to coat the jackfruit evenly with the spices.
  5. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  6. Warm the tortillas in a separate pan or in the oven.
  7. Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with the jackfruit mixture.
  8. Top with sliced avocado and chopped cilantro.
  9. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Jackfruit Tacos!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Jackfruit Curry

Jackfruit Curry

A delicious curry made with expired jackfruit that is still safe to consume, helping reduce food waste.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups expired jackfruit, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for another minute.
  4. Add the chopped tomato and cook until it softens.
  5. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and garam masala. Stir well to combine.
  6. Add the diced jackfruit and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Pour in the coconut milk and season with salt.
  8. Cover the pan and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the jackfruit is tender.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with rice or naan bread.
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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