Health Benefits of Jack fruit

Easy Weeknight Jack fruit Curry
This recipe is a delicious and satisfying vegan option, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal. It's packed with protein from the jackfruit and customizable with your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients:
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, minced
• 1 green chili pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can coconut milk
• 1 (15 oz) can jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed (or pre-cut jackfruit)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• Salt to taste
• Cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions:
1. Heat coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, and green chili pepper (if using) and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
2. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, to release the flavors of the spices.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, coconut milk, vegetable broth, soy sauce, and lime juice. Bring to a simmer.
4. Shred the jackfruit with your hands or using two forks. You can also use pre-cut jackfruit for convenience. Add the jackfruit to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the jackfruit is tender and the curry has thickened slightly. Season with salt to taste.
6. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Tips:
• For a thicker curry, mash some of the chickpeas against the side of the pot before adding the jackfruit.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
• Add other vegetables to the curry, such as bell peppers, carrots, or green beans.
• If you don't have jackfruit in brine, you can use canned jackfruit packed in water. Just rinse it well before using.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy Jackfruit Curry!