Spicy Braised Jackfruit & Mushrooms
Get ready for fall with this braised jackfruit and mushroom "meat". This pairs with mashed potatoes, creamy polenta, in pasta, rice and on top of tacos!
Equipment
- stove
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 2 large cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 can jackfruit
- 8 cremini mushrooms (small dice)
- ¼ tsp cloves
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp chilli flakes
- ¼ tsp cayenne
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- ¼ cup tamari
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ¼ cup vegetable stock or water
- ½ tsp salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Drain jackfruit and pull the pieces apart using your fingers. The tougher pieces will soften once cooked.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan fitted with a lid. Add onion and cook for a few minutes. Add in garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
- While the onion is cooking, mix spices together in a small bowl. Add in liquids and whisk together.
- Add mushrooms and jackfruit into the pan and saute for 1-2 minutes. Pour spice mix over and toss until thoroughly coated. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover with the lid. Let the mixture cook for 30 minutes, stirring often. Season with salt and cracked pepper and continue to cook for 5 more minutes.