Ginataang Langka (Filipino Jackfruit in Coconut Milk)

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  • Prep Time

    4 mins

  • Cook Time

    4 mins

  • Total Time

    24 mins

  • Servings

    3 cups

  • Calories

    368 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Filipino

Ginataang Langka (Filipino Jackfruit in Coconut Milk)

Ginataang Langka: A comforting Filipino dish featuring tender young jackfruit simmered in creamy coconut sauce with aromatic ginger, garlic, and a hint of tangy calamansi juice. Perfectly balanced flavors and textures make it a plant-based staple in Filipino cuisine, with textures that rival that of pulled pork!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 20 oz. young green jackfruit drained and squeezed
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 3 green chilies sliced (or 1 tablespoon jalapeño, minced))
  • 1 tablespoon palm sugar coconut sugar, or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon calamansi juice or lime juice
  • 1 cup unsalted vegetable stock
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste

To Garnish:

  • Sliced green chilies
  • cilantro leaves
  • thinly sliced scallions or chives
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Instructions

  1. Squeeze the drained jackfruit in a colander or wire mesh strainer to break up the pieces and get rid of extra liquid.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. After 90 seconds when the oil is hot, add the drained jackfruit and cook for 8-9 minutes, flipping the pieces around occasionally, until browned on all sides.
  3. Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in the grated ginger, minced garlic, and green chilies, sautéing for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the sugar, calamansi (or lime) juice, vegetable broth (if you can’t get unsalted broth, make sure to decrease the amount of salt you add), and coconut cream. Lower the heat to low, and simmer for 8 minutes to tenderize the jackfruit.
  6. Transfer to an attractive serving dish and optionally garnish with sliced green chilies, cilantro leaves, and thinly sliced scallions or chives before serving.
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Notes

  • ✊ Drain and Squeeze Jackfruit: 
  • Drain and squeeze out as much water from the canned jackfruit as possible to help it brown well. Be gentle, so that you keep the bite-sized chunks intact.
  • 🍳 Brown the Jackfruit:
  • 🍳
  • Don't rush the browning. Cook the jackfruit over medium-high heat for eight to nine minutes until it's well-browned on all sides for the best texture.
  • 🌶️ Adjust the Heat: 
  • 🌶️
  • This recipe has a kick. I mean, it’s nothing crazy, but if you hate spice with all of your heart, cut back on the chilies (or even leave them out entirely) to suit your taste.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 368kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 623mg (26%) Potassium 444mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 5IU (0%) Vitamin C 8mg (9%) Calcium 115mg (12%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 3cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 368 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 368kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 16g 25%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 623mg 26%
Potassium 444mg 9%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 5IU 0%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 115mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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