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!
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Servings: 4
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.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1242mg | Potassium: 415mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 685IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg
*Macros are provided as an estimate for convenience. Your final numbers will vary depending on ingredient brands, substitutions, and how you portion the recipe.