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Savory Jackfruit Delight

A Flavorful Vegan Jackfruit Dinner

4servings
40 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Savory Jackfruit Delight

About this recipe

This savory jackfruit dinner brings the best of flavors with a rich blend of spices. Jackfruit serves as a wonderful meat alternative, absorbing aromas and spices for a fulfilling vegan meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish is both easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

  • 1 can jackfruit, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, juiced

Directions

  1. 1

    Drain and rinse the jackfruit thoroughly.

  2. 2

    Slice the onion and mince the garlic.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in jackfruit, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.

  6. 6

    Cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes.

  7. 7

    Pour in vegetable broth; simmer on low for 15 minutes until jackfruit is tender.

  8. 8

    Remove from heat; mix in cilantro and lime juice. Serve hot.

Chef's tip

Use young green jackfruit for a tender, meaty texture. Adjust spices for personalized heat levels.

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