Native to Southeast Asia, Jackfruit is the largest tree-borne fruit in the world and is capable of reaching up to 100 pounds! With a spiky exterior and fibrous interior, the fruit's varying stages of maturity yield both different textures and flavors. Upton's Naturals uses young jackfruit, which when cooked mimics the texture of many softer meats, like pulled pork. Their tangy Bar-B-Que Jackfruit makes a great sandwich topped with coleslaw, and also goes great on a salad, in a wrap, or over rice. Pro-Tip: Tip: For a sweeter sauce, add muscovado sugar or maple syrup. To achieve a spicier sauce, add hot sauce.
Chicago, IL
Upton’s Naturals is an independently owned natural foods company with a focus on meat alternatives and vegan values since opening in 2006. Dedicated to simplicity and the use of real, recognizable ingredients, the Upton’s team takes foods that have been around for thousands of years and offers them to consumers worldwide. The company’s founder, Daniel Staackmann, pioneered flavored, wheat-based seitan and has now launched the first-to-market seasoned and ready-to-eat jackfruit in the United States.