Spicy Chili Soy Jackfruit Recipe
Looking for a delicious and flavorful recipe idea to use jackfruit? Try my amazing spicy chilli soy jackfruit recipe! With its meaty texture, similar to pulled pork, jackfruit is the perfect substitute in this spicy recipe. The simple combination of soy sauce and hot chilis will definitely tantalize your taste buds and with prep ready in less than 5 minutes, this is a great after work vegan meal!
I like my preparation to be quick and easy and this certainly ticks those boxes. Total prep time is three minutes.
My chili soy jackfruit contains only four main ingredients and a fifth critical ingredient, time. Best prepped early in the day and simmered over low heat or in a slow cooker, it still tastes just as good if you only have half an hour!
I love to serve this over plain boiled rice and topped with kimchi.
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What is Jackfruit?
The Jackfruit is a large fruit that grows in many Tropical regions worldwide. It is from the same family as figs, mulberries and breadfruit, looking most similar to the breadfruit, with a green bumpy skin.
Whilst it is served locally as a sweet, its bland flavor and flaky texture lend it to dishes that require meat replacements. It is comparable in texture to pulled pork or beef and absorbs flavors perfectly.
How do you prepare Jackfruit?
- Jackfruit is really easy to prepare. It comes in tins, preserved in water or brine.
- The first thing to do is drain and rinse the jackfruit before adding to your dish.
- Secondly, add your seasonings. The longer you can leave the jackfruit to absorb flavour, the better.
- You can prepare the flesh of the fruit in two ways. You will notice that it comes in large triangular chunks, with different textures, and smooth seeds and seed beds. You can remove these seeds, and the seed beds (these are a little chewier to eat) before cooking, or after. It doesn’t really matter, but is probably easier whilst the fruit is still cold!
- Once the fruit is cooked, it is easy to shred it using a couple of forks.
Ingredients
- Tin of jackfruit in brine. A 400g (10oz) can will serve 2 people generously.
- Chilis, heat level of your own choice
- Soy sauce. I like Kikkoman. You can use Tamari if you prefer a low-gluten soy sauce.
This is ONLY a list of ingredients for the recipe; please see recipe card below for complete printable recipe.
Try my other delicious vegan meals
- Easy and Delicious Cajun Tacos
- Quick and Easy Tofu Bowl
- Comforting vegan Shepherds Pie
- Angel Hair Pasta with Monks Beard
Chili Soy Pulled Jackfruit
Ingredients
- 10 oz Jackfruit - can, drained
- 1½ cups Water
- ¼ cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Green Chillis - chopped
- ½ tsp White Pepper
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Turn down and simmer until the liquid reduces slightly and the Jackfruit shreds easily.
- Serve over boiled rice.
Please note that where the recipe asks for milk, butter or yogurt, this refers to any plant-based version that you prefer.
Great flavors in this chili!
Wow! Such a unique recipe and it looks so delicious. Plus I love the presentation, makes the dish so enticing and tempting. I’ll definitely make this at home.
Wow! can’t wait to try this Chili Soy Jackfruit recipe!:) Looks delish! Thanks!:)
Such a delicious recipe!
I love how quick and easy this is to make!
This was a really huge hit at my house!
Sounds delicious!
So simple!
What does 1 10 oz mean? Is it really over 3kg?
No, 10oz in a UK can is 400g. Thanks.