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White Jackfruit Chili

I have been wanting to make a white chili for some time. Usually a white chili uses chicken, instead of chicken I used roasted jackfruit. It turned out perfect.

  • 5 cups vegetable broth + more for sautéing
  • 10 oz. cauliflower rice, frozen, thawed
  • 1 sweet onion, diced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 can (4 oz.) green chilis, drained
  • 1 can jackfruit, brined, drained, rinsed, roasted
  • 1 tsp oregano, dried
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can corn kernels, drained
  • 1 can cannellini beans, rinsed, drained
  • 1/2 c cashew sour cream
  • 2 limes – 1 lime zested and juiced, 1 lime for garnish
  • 1 avocado, sliced, garnish
  • 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped, garnish

In a microwave safe bowl, add the cauliflower rice. Microwave for 4 minutes. Set aside.

In a large Dutch oven sauté the onion, garlic, green chilis, roasted jackfruit, oregano and the salt and pepper. Sauté over medium heat until the onions are translucent.

Using a high speed blender, blend together the cauliflower rice and the vegetable broth. Blend until smooth. I used the smoothie button on my blender, which only takes 50 seconds.

Pour cauliflower mixture into the Dutch oven. Add the corn and the cannellini beans.

Increase heat to medium-high bringing the chili to a simmer. Simmer for 10-15 minutes to thicken the chili.

Turn off heat and add the cashew sour cream and the zest and juice of 1 lime.

Ladle into bowl. Garnish with avocado, cilantro and a lime wedge.

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Jackfruit Corn Chowder

Recently I brought you a recipe for Corn Chowder. We enjoyed it so much I decided to make it again, but with a little twist. I added Roasted Jackfruit to the recipe. It had the same great flavors, just a little heartier.

  • 12 oz corn kernels, frozen, divided
  • 12 oz cauliflower rice, frozen
  • 1 1/2 c plant milk (I used refrigerated coconut milk)
  • 1/2 c sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 c vegetable broth + more for sautéing the onion
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 can of jackfruit, rinsed, drained, roasted (Roasted Jackfruit)
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • Italian Parsley, fresh, chopped, garnish

Place 1 c of the corn and the cauliflower rice in a large microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 4 minutes. Transfer corn and cauliflower mixture into a high-speed blender. Add the plant milk to the cauliflower-corn mixture and blend until smooth and creamy. (I blended mine on the smoothie button for 50 seconds.) Set aside.

In a large saucepan, sauté the onion until it is has softened and is translucent over medium heat. Add the corn-cauliflower mixture, remaining corn, vegetable broth, garlic, onion powder, and Roasted Jackfruit Turn heat up to medium-high and cook until chowder is hot; stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Garnish with parsley.

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Roasted Jackfruit – Basic Recipe

Jackfruit is a versatile ingredient for a meat substitute. The trick I have found to make it perfect is to roast it in the oven. Here is how I roast my jackfruit and it turns out perfect every time.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Make sure you throughly rinse the jackfruit. Otherwise, it will have a briny taste.

I usually shredded mine as I am rinsing the jackfruit. It is multitasking at its finest.

Spread the shredded jackfruit onto a sheet pan.

Generously season the jackfruit with the All-Purpose Seasoning.

Note: I will sometimes use my Smokey Southwestern Seasoning instead of the All-Purpose Seasoning, if I want to make some Tex-Mex.

Roast for 10 minutes; stir jackfruit, and roast for an additional 10 minutes.

You can find some of my jackfruit recipes under the jackfruit category.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Coconut-Curry Jackfruit and Noodles

I was inspired by a recipe I found in a magazine to make this fragrant flavorful dish. It is simple to make but tastes so delicious.

Jackfruit:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with either a silicone mat or parchment paper.

Spread the shredded jackfruit into a thin layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle the jackfruit with the All-Purpose Seasoning.

Bake in preheated oven for 10-15 minutes. Stir jackfruit and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. Set aside.

Noodles:

  • 1 8 oz. package rice noodles.

Prepare rice noodles according to package directions. Set aside.

Coconut-Curry Sauce:

  • 1 c sweet onion, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled, minced
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp red curry paste
  • 2 can coconut milk, shaken
  • 1 c vegetable broth, + more sautéing the aromatics

Sauté the onion, ginger and garlic over medium-high heat in a large sauce pan, until the onion is translucent. Use vegetable broth as needed for the aromatics, in case they start to stick to the pan.

Add the the red curry paste to the onion mixture. Work the red curry paste into the onion mixture until the mixture is completely coated with the red curry paste.

Add the coconut milk and the vegetable broth. Bring sauce to a simmer. When the sauce begins to simmer add the jackfruit. Continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish:

  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • cilantro, fresh

Divide noodles into 4 bowls. Ladle Coconut-Curry Sauce over noodles. Garnish with a lime wedge and cilantro.

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Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Orange-Cranberry Almond Jackfruit Salad

Before WFPB/Vegan eating, I would make Chicken Salad quite often. This particular salad is a spin on a chicken salad I used to get at a local restaurant, but now it is WFPB/Vegan.

The key to the jackfruit, is to rinse it really well and then roast it in the oven.

  • 1 cans of jackfruit, brined, rinsed, drained, shredded
  • All-Purpose Seasoning + more for seasoning
  • 1 orange, zested, peeled, chopped
  • 1/4 c dried cranberries
  • 1/4 c almonds, sliced, toasted
  • 1/4 c dried onion, minced
  • 1 tsp spice brown mustard
  • Vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream
  • Himalayan salt to taste (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Spread the shredded jackfruit onto the the prepared baking sheet. Generously sprinkle the All-Purpose Seasoning on the shredded jackfruit.

Roast jackfruit for 20-25 minutes; stirring the jackfruit after to minutes. Remove jackfruit from oven and transfer to a large bowl.

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl of jackfruit and stir. Add as much vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream as you need to achieve the desired creaminess. Taste for seasoning.

Chill Orange-Cranberry Almond Jackfruit Salad for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

Note: I have served this in lettuce cups, on gluten-free bread, in a salad with assorted greens. There are so many ways to serve this wonderful bite.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Apple-Cranberry Pecan Jackfruit Salad

This is my third version of jackfruit salad. The apples add a sweet crunch, while the cranberries add a sweet tang. It is the perfect bite.

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The key to the jackfruit, is to rinse it really well and then roast it in the oven.

  • 1 cans of jackfruit, brined, rinsed, drained, shredded
  • All-Purpose Seasoning + more for seasoning
  • 1 apple, chopped (I used honey crisp)
  • 1/4 c cranberries, dried
  • 1/4 c pecans, toasted, sliced
  • 1/4 c dried onion, minced
  • 1 tsp spice brown mustard
  • Vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream
  • Himalayan salt to taste (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Spread the shredded jackfruit onto the the prepared baking sheet. Generously sprinkle the All-Purpose Seasoning on the shredded jackfruit.

Roast jackfruit for 20-25 minutes; stirring the jackfruit after to minutes. Remove jackfruit from oven and transfer to a large bowl.

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl of jackfruit and stir. Add as much vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream as you need to achieve the desired creaminess. Taste for seasoning.

Chill Apple-Cranberry Pecan Jackfruit Salad for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

Note: I have served this in lettuce cups, on gluten-free bread, in a salad with assorted greens. There are so many ways to serve this wonderful bite.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Orange-Almond Jackfruit Salad

Before WFPB/Vegan eating, I would make Chicken Salad quite often. This particular salad is a spin on a chicken salad I used to get at a local restaurant, but now it is WFPB/Vegan.

The key to the jackfruit, is to rinse it really well and then roast it in the oven.

  • 1 cans of jackfruit, brined, rinsed, drained, shredded
  • All-Purpose Seasoning + more for seasoning
  • 1 orange, zested, peeled, chopped
  • 1/4 c almonds, sliced
  • 1/4 c dried onion, minced
  • 1 tsp spice brown mustard
  • Vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream
  • Himalayan salt to taste (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Spread the shredded jackfruit onto the the prepared baking sheet. Generously sprinkle the All-Purpose Seasoning on the shredded jackfruit.

Roast jackfruit for 20-25 minutes; stirring the jackfruit after to minutes. Remove jackfruit from oven and transfer to a large bowl.

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl of jackfruit and stir. Add as much vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream as you need to achieve the desired creaminess. Taste for seasoning.

Chill Orange-Almond Jackfruit Salad for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

Note: I have served this in lettuce cups, on gluten-free bread, in a salad with assorted greens. There are so many ways to serve this wonderful bite.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Jackfruit-Cranberry Salad

Before WFPB/Vegan eating, I would make a Chicken-Cranberry Salad quite often. This is my WFPB Vegan version that is just as good.

The key to the jackfruit, is to rinse it really well and then roast it in the oven.

  • 2 cans of jackfruit, brined, rinsed, drained, shredded
  • All-Purpose Seasoning + more for seasoning
  • 1/2 c cranberries, dried
  • 1/2 c pecans, toasted, chopped
  • 1/4 c dried onion, minced
  • 2 tsp spice brown mustard
  • Vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream
  • 1/2 c celery, diced (optional)
  • Himalayan salt to taste

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Spread the shredded jackfruit onto the the prepared baking sheet. Generously sprinkle the All-Purpose Seasoning on the shredded jackfruit.

Roast jackfruit for 20 minutes; stirring the jackfruit after to minutes. Remove jackfruit from oven and transfer to a large bowl.

Add the remaining ingredients to the bowl of jackfruit and stir. Add as much vegan mayonnaise or Cashew Sour Cream as you need to achieve the desired creaminess. Taste for seasoning.

Chill Jackfruit-Cranberry Salad for at least an hour to let the flavors meld together.

Note: I have served this in lettuce cups, on gluten-free bread, in a salad with assorted greens. There are so many ways to serve this wonderful bite.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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Baked Spanish Rice Casserole

This is a great dish to bring to a cookout or to a gathering. I have been thinking of making this for a few weeks. Most of the preparation is hands off and it only requires one pot. Now, how easy it that?

  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 10 oz. diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 tbsp garlic clove(s), minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 15 oz. tomato sauce
  • 2 1/2 c vegetable broth
  • 2 tsp Smokey Southwestern Seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 c brown rice, long grain
  • 1 15 oz. black beans, drained, rinsed
  • 1 14 oz. jackfruit in brine, drained, rinsed, shredded
  • 1/2 c nutritional yeast
  • 1 c corn kernels
  • 1 c green peas
  • 1 lime zested, juiced
  • 1/4 c + more for garnish fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • Cashew Sour Cream, garnish

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Combine onion, tomatoes, garlic and tomato paste into a food processor. Blend ingredients until it turns into a sauce.

Add tomato sauce, vegetable broth, Smokey Southwestern Seasoning, and bay leaves into a large dutch oven and stir. Cook sauce until it begins to simmer.

Add brown rice, black beans, nutritional yeast and jackfruit to the sauce and stir thoroughly. Cover dutch oven with a lid or aluminum foil and bake for 60 minutes. No Peeking. If you peek, you will let out the steam. The steam is what helps the rice to cook perfectly. So there is no peeking for 60 minutes. After 60 minutes check the rice for doneness. If rice is not done add some more vegetable broth or water and cover rice and cook a little bit longer.

When rice is done fluff with fork. Stir in corn, peas, lime and half of the cilantro.

Garnish with remaining cilantro, avocado and Cashew Sour Cream.

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Creamy Farfalle with Jackfruit Peas & Mushrooms

I had some jackfruit and mushrooms leftover from making JB’s Jackfruit Hand Pies and decided to veganize one of my favorite dishes I use to order when we went out for Italian.

The restaurant version would have chicken and Alfredo sauce. I veganized it with jackfruit for the chicken and I used my Cashew Béchamel – Basic White Sauce for the Alfredo. It was a hit.

Cook farfalle according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

In the same pot you cooked the farfalle in, add the Jackfruit and Mushroom mixture, mushrooms, peas and generous amount of All-Purpose Seasoning.

Sauté the veggies until the mushrooms have softened a little, about 5 minutes. Add the farfalle, Cashew Béchamel – Basic White Sauce and vegetable broth to thin the sauce as needed.

Stir all the ingredients together until completely mixed.

This recipe makes 4-6 servings, depending on serving size.

Serve. Eat. Enjoy.

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