Jackfruit in teriyaki sauce is a fantastic idea for a dish inspired by Asian cuisine in a vegan version. Check out how easy it is to prepare this recipe!
Ingredients
- Jackfruit – 556 g
- Sunflower oil – 1 tablespoon
- Carrot – 1 piece
- Cornstarch – 2 tablespoons
- Water – 1 cup
- Brown sugar – 0.5 cup
- Soy sauce – 0.5 cup
- Rice vinegar – 2 tablespoons
- Fresh ginger – 1 teaspoon
- Garlic cloves – 3 pieces
- Maple syrup – 2 tablespoons
- Red chili pepper – 1 piece
- White sesame seeds – 1 tablespoon
Preparation
Step 1: Prepare the Jackfruit Drain the jackfruit using a sieve and transfer it to a paper towel to remove excess liquid. Cut the carrot into thin sticks. Heat sunflower oil in a pan and sauté the jackfruit and carrot for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 2: Prepare the Sauce Grate the ginger finely and press the garlic using a garlic press. In a bowl, combine water with cornstarch. Then add brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and maple syrup.
Step 3: Simmer the Jackfruit Pour the previously prepared sauce over the browned jackfruit. Cook the mixture for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Serve the Dish Finely chop the chili pepper into thin strips. Transfer the jackfruit to a plate and sprinkle with chili pepper and sesame seeds. Serve the dish hot with rice.
