Where can I buy canned young green jackfruit for nachos?

Canned young green jackfruit is typically available at well-stocked grocery stores like Whole Foods or Trader Joe's. You may find it in the international or canned goods section of other big chain stores. If that fails, try Asian, specialty food stores, or reliable old <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Native-Forest-Jackfruit-Meatless-Alternative/dp/B01516LOTS/ref=asc_df_B01516LOTS/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=385191893255&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13046406631120366333&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1014471&hvtargid=pla-883152454047&psc=1&mcid=c058fc57bdd633fab673803dfbaa2ba5&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=81332924791&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=385191893255&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13046406631120366333&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1014471&hvtargid=pla-883152454047&gclid=Cj0KCQiAv8SsBhC7ARIsALIkVT1RGe1hXcIZBuRU8rjopZ9-YGyuychWoGpaILE-YTaGKXRxgJS5BloaAmosEALw_wcB" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow">Amazon .

How do I store and reheat jackfruit nachos?

While it's best to store the ingredients separately, storing jackfruit nachos is as simple as transferring them to an airtight container. Refrigerate, and they'll stay fresh for 2-3 days. When reheating, you can use the oven or air-fryer for crispiness (350°F for 10-15 mins, covered in foil) or the microwave for speed (short intervals on a microwave-safe plate). Even though the chips soften as it sits, it's still delicious.

Are vegan jackfruit nachos healthy?

These nachos can be a healthy option if you use homemade, whole-grain, or baked tortilla chips, pile on the fresh veggies, and don't add too much vegan cheese sauce and sour cream. Keep an eye on portion sizes, and you've got yourself a tasty and health-conscious snack or meal.

Vegan Jackfruit Nachos

Name: Jackfruit Nachos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 2 cans of young green jackfruit in brine (drained and rinsed); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion (finely chopped); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 1 bell pepper (any color, diced); 1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced, adjust for spiciness); 1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, pureed (substitute with tomato sauce); 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed (substitute with 2 cups of any cooked bean); 1 tablespoon Mexican oregano (substitute with regular oregano or omit); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust for desired spice level); 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; salt and pepper to taste; tortilla chips (as much as you want on your baking dish); 1 batch of easy vegan cashew queso; 1 bag of shredded lettuce; 1/4 cup pickled jalapeño slices (I use canned); chopped fresh cilantro for garnish; guacamole, salsa, and vegan sour cream for serving

Description

Vegan Jackfruit Nachos deliver a plant-based, savory delight with the incredible texture of jackfruit, smoky spices, delicious vegan cheese, and fresh toppings, making them a guaranteed crowd-pleasing twist on the classic favorite.

Ingredients

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2 cans of young green jackfruit in brine (drained and rinsed)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (finely chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 bell pepper (any color, diced)
1 jalapeño pepper (seeded and minced, adjust for spiciness)
1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, pureed (substitute with tomato sauce)
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed (substitute with 2 cups of any cooked bean)
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano (substitute with regular oregano or omit)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 - 1 teaspoon chili powder (adjust for desired spice level)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
salt and pepper to taste

For the Nachos:

tortilla chips (as much as you want on your baking dish)
1 batch of easy vegan cashew queso
1 bag of shredded lettuce
1/4 cup pickled jalapeño slices (I use canned)
chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
guacamole, salsa, and vegan sour cream for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Jackfruit: Drain and wash the canned jackfruit. Then, use a fork or your hands to shred the jackfruit into smaller pieces, resembling pulled pork. This allows it to absorb flavors and spices better.
Saute: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add the minced garlic, oregan, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and saute for 1-2 minutes.
Cook Vegetables: Add the diced bell pepper and jalapeño pepper. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the peppers soften.
Add Jackfruit and Beans: Add the jackfruit and beans to the skillet. Incorporate into the rest of the mixture for about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the diced tomatoes or pureed tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the jackfruit to absorb the flavors and become tender.
Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange a layer of tortilla chips on a large oven-safe serving dish, cast iron skillet, or a baking sheet. Spoon the jackfruit filling over the chips evenly. Pour the desired amount of vegan queso over the entire dish. Reserve a little to add more when served, if desired. Place the nachos in the oven and bake for 5-10 minutes or until the cheese is hot.
Garnish: Remove the nachos from the oven and garnish with the suggested sliced black olives, shredded lettuce, jalapeño, chopped fresh cilantro, guacamole, salsa, and vegan sour cream. See the post for additional ideas.

Notes

Don't skip thoroughly draining and rinsing the jackfruit to remove the brine.

I hand-shred canned jackfruit, which takes 5-10 minutes. A few pieces may be tough so I chopped those finely. Remember, everything in the can is edible, including the seeds, so nothing goes to waste. Buying pre-shredded jackfruit at Whole Foods is pricier for less quantity.I use fire-roasted diced tomatoes and puree them because one of my kids is still in an anti-tomato-chunks phase in her food.

I like to use fire-roasted tomatoes for the flavor and puree them to make tomato sauce. You can leave them diced or use regular tomato sauce.

I like these jackfruit nachos spicy, so 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of chili powder may be a bit much for some people. Reduce to 1/4 teaspoon if you are sensitive to spicy things. You can also omit the seeds when chopping the jalapeños to reduce the spiciness.

Substitute the spices with a packet of taco seasoning for an even quicker meal. Follow the taco seasoning packet instructions if you need to add water.

Nutritional profile is only an estimate. It does not include toppings like vegan sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course, appetizer
Method: stove-top, oven
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 114
Sugar: 2.7 g
Sodium: 599.7 mg
Fat: 3.5 g
Carbohydrates: 16.9 g
Protein: 4.3 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg