ORGANIC JACKFRUIT

Jackfruit is a fruit native to India and Southeast Asian countries.  You’ll be the most surprised to find out that jackfruit is extremely versatile and often praised in vegan recipes for its fibrous texture, similar to texture of shredded meat. Organic Yupik Jackfruit Slices are chewy and will melt in your mouth at first bite. Are you wondering what it tastes like? Well, it depends on how you flavor it! Jackfruit is known to take on the flavours of your favourite recipes while providing an added balance of texture. You be the judge!

HEALTH BENEFITS: The 411 on Jackfruit

- Source of fiber, protein, vitamin A, iron and calcium;

- No other ingredients, additives, colourings or preservatives added;

- Firm and chewy texture

CULINARY TWIST: Free your creativity!

This versatile ally can help you perfect or innovate with a twist. It can easily be incorporated in your curries, chillis, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, sandwiches, buddha bowls and stir fries. Traditionally, jackfruit is also used to make a wide variety of desserts in South-East Asia, such as jackfruit ice cream, citrus pops, custards and Turon. 

If you are a big fan of express no bake energy balls, you’ll fall in love with this unique recipe, created for you by our Chef! 

CACAO & JACKFRUIT ENERGY BOMBS

Ingredients for 16 balls - Prep time: 50 minutes

• 3 tablespoons finely chopped dried jackfruit

• 1 Large medjool date optional - skip to keep keto

• ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut 

• 2 tablespoons brown flax seeds 

• 1½ cups raw cashews 

• 2 tablespoons cacao powder 

• 3 tablespoons cacao nibs

• ¼ cup coconut oil 

• ¼ cup creamy cashew butter 

• 2 tablespoons hemp seeds 

• ½ teaspoon himalayan fine pink salt

PREPARATION: In the bowl of a food processor or high-powered blender, combine all of the ingredients except for cocoa nibs. Pulse for 1-2 minutes, until the cashews begin to break down along with the other ingredients.The mixture will become grainy at first. Keep processing until the oils start to release from the nuts and the mixture sticks together. Add cacao nibs and pulse until just combined. Use a tablespoon to divide the mixture into 16 equal pieces and with clean hands roll into balls. Place on a plate for 30 minutes in a refrigerator to allow the Cacao & Jackfruit Energy Bombs to firm up.

BONUS TIP: If your mixture seems too dry, you may need the extra tablespoon of cashew butter to help it come together.

 ABOUT JACKFRUIT: Did you know?

Jackfruit is the largest tree-born fruit in the world: it can reach up to 120 pounds and over 35 inches long. Jackfruit has a sweet and fruity aroma. Once a jackfruit is cracked open, you can find pods or bulbs. These are also called seeds or pits, and are round and dark in colour, similar to chestnuts.

HOW TO STORE JACKFRUIT: Preserve its freshness!

Store dried jackfruit slices in a cool, dry place for up to 12 months. They can be refrigerated to extend shelf life.