Ingredients and Weight:
- Jackfruit: 1 large (about 2 pounds)
- Pork shoulder or butt: 2 pounds
- Onion: 1, chopped
- Garlic: 4-5 cloves, crushed
- Oregano: 1 tsp dried or 1 tbsp fresh, chopped
- Salt: 1-2 tsp
- Cumin: 1 tsp
- Bay leaves: 2-3
- Black peppercorns: 10-15
- Avocado oil or other cooking oil: 2 tbsp
Preparation Time: 30 minutes (plus marinating time)
Cooking Time: 2-3 hours (slow cooking)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the pork with the oregano, salt, cumin, and a few bay leaves. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat the oil. Add the pork and cook until browned on all sides.
- Remove pork and set aside. Add the chopped onions and crushed garlic to the pot and cook until softened.
- Slice the jackfruit into small pieces and add to the pot.
- Return the pork to the pot, add black peppercorns and bay leaves, and pour enough water to cover the contents.
- Cover the pot and cook in the oven for 2-3 hours or until the pork is tender and the jackfruit is cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite side dish or salad.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on the fat content of pork)
Fat: Approx. 25-35g
Protein: Approx. 30-40g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 15-25g (from jackfruit)
Dish Characteristics:
- The combination of jackfruit and pork creates a unique and flavorful dish with a sweet and savory taste.
- The slow cooking method ensures that the meat is tender and juicy.
- Jackfruit provides a vegetarian-like texture to the dish without actually being a vegetarian dish.
User Comments:
- "The combination of jackfruit and pork was unexpected but absolutely delicious!"
- "This dish has a unique flavor profile that I really enjoyed."
- "Slow cooking really makes the meat so tender and flavorful."
- "Jackfruit adds a nice texture and sweetness to the dish."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to choose a ripe jackfruit for best results. Ripe jackfruit is easy to slice and has a sweet taste.
- Marinating the pork ahead of time enhances its flavor.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- Slow cooking is essential for tender meat and proper cooking of jackfruit.
