I love that the jackfruit was tender. The brine adds a little acidity which can be washed off as needed. Will buy again
Green Jackfruit in Brine
from Trader Joe's
4.68 (37)
VEGAN
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Green jackfruit in brine is a versatile and flavorful ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. It has a meaty texture and a mild, slightly sweet flavor that makes it a great substitute for meat in tacos, sandwiches, and other dishes. It is also a good source of fiber and low in calories, making it a healthy addition to your diet. Some customers have reported that it has a unique taste that takes some getting used to, but once you do, it can add a delicious twist to your favorite recipes. Overall, green jackfruit in brine is a convenient and tasty option for those looking to add some variety to their meals.
Reviews by abillion’s vegan community
Perfect 👍🏼 meat substitute for the tacos 🌮 I made tonight! Canned jackfruit by Trader Joe’s can be used in a wide variety of dishes! I combined with oyster mushrooms 🍄 for a heartier taco 🌮! Good 👍🏼 source of #fiber and #lowinsodium! Will definitely keep a couple of these on hand 🤚 in my pantry! I believe this was $2 at Trader Joe’s #veganuary2023 #veganinillinois #vegantacos #jackfruittacos #fruitislife #govegan #goveganfortheanimals #goveganfortheplanet #abillionlove #vegan4life #vegan4theanimals
I am still learning how to use jackfruit in recipes, but this seemed like a pretty good value. Jackfruit is a popular substitute for pulled chicken or pulled pork but it's really low in calories so I like to mix it with chickpeas so it's more filling.
Standard can of jackfruit. It’s great that TJ has this option, as it may be difficult to find jackfruit in brine if you do not have an Asian grocer near. Recommend boiling to help remove briney flavor before preparing. I’m not sure why and if it was only at this location but I most recently found it on the shelf hanging above the frozen items rather than in the isle that has the other canned goods.
I decided I would give cooking with jackfruit a try. I think I read somewhere that you need to squeeze the water out of it, which I did. It made very nice tacos. Not sure if I would cook it again because of the squeezing and i haven't looked at the nutritional info but it is always fun eating tacos 🌮🌮🌮🌮 all four of them 😋
