Jackfruit Carnitas

posted by Worm on 10/28/2025


Serves: 4 | Prep Time: 30 min | Cook Time: 20 min


Ingredients:

  • 3, 20oz cans - Jackfruit (in brine or water)
  • 3/4 C - Neutral Cooking Oil
  • 5 Tbsp - Orange Juice
  • 2 Tbsp - Ground Cumin
  • 1 Tbsp - Dried Oregano
  • 2-1/2 tsp - Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp - Black Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp - Cayenne Pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cut the non-shreddable inner core from the jackfruit and chop it finely along with any seed pods. Shred outer portion of jackfruit by hand and add to a bowl with chopped core and seed pods. Add oil, half the orange juice, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne and toss to combine.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium. Add the jackfruit mixture and press into an even layer with a spatula. When browned, stir and press into an even layer again. Repeat a few times until all of jackfruit is evenly browned. Remove from heat and stir in remaining orange juice.

Notes:

  • From Food and Wine