Native Forest Organic Young Jackfruit — Original 14 oz cans, 6-pack | Meaty texture, shreds like pulled meat

Native Forest Organic Young Jackfruit is a canned, plant-based meat alternative: mild-flavored, meaty-textured young jackfruit that shreds like pulled chicken or pork and comes ready to season and cook.

Harvested from organic orchards in Sri Lanka, this young jackfruit is packed in a 14-ounce can and sold in a convenient six-pack. The fruit is picked at its young stage to preserve a neutral taste and fibrous texture, making it a versatile base for savory dishes. Certified organic and Non-GMO Project verified, Native Forest focuses on sustainable farming and simple pantry-ready ingredients that fit a range of eating styles.

How does Native Forest young jackfruit behave when cooked?

When heated, the fibrous interior of young jackfruit separates into strands that mimic shredded meats, absorbing sauces and spices easily. It softens without becoming mushy, creating a satisfying chew ideal for savory recipes.

• Flakes and shreds into pull-apart pieces during simmering or roasting
• Neutral taste absorbs marinades, BBQ sauces, and spice blends
• Retains fibrous texture when braised, sautéed, or baked

What recipes and uses work best with this product?

Think of this jackfruit as a blank-slate protein substitute for dishes that call for shredded chicken or pulled pork. It excels in tacos, sandwiches, curries, stir-fries, and saucy mains where the fruit acts as a carrier for bold flavors.

• Stir into barbecue sauce for vegan pulled BBQ sandwiches
• Mix with taco spices and lime for plant-based tacos
• Slow-simmer with curry paste or tomato sauce for hearty mains

Is this suitable for restricted diets and how is it sourced?

Native Forest Organic Young Jackfruit is free from soy and gluten and is appropriate for vegan, vegetarian, paleo, keto, kosher, and organic-focused diets. The product is Non-GMO Project verified and made from fruit grown in sustainably managed organic orchards.

• Certified organic ingredients; no synthetic pesticides
• Non-GMO Project verified for ingredient transparency
• Packaged in shelf-stable cans for long pantry life

How should I prepare and store the canned jackfruit?

Drain and rinse the jackfruit before use to remove packing liquid, then shred or chop to your preferred texture. After opening, refrigerate unused portions in an airtight container and use within a few days for best quality.

• Drain, rinse, then shred with forks or chop with a knife
• Sauté first to remove excess moisture before adding sauce
• Store opened product in the fridge in a sealed container up to 3–4 days

Who is this for? Native Forest Organic Young Jackfruit is aimed at home cooks, vegans and flexitarians seeking a ready-to-use, neutral-flavored plant protein that mimics shredded meat texture. It suits anyone looking for shelf-stable, organic pantry ingredients—particularly people who want a versatile base for ethnic recipes, barbecue-style dishes, and quick weeknight meals without soy or gluten.

Ingredients

Organic Young Jackfruit, Water, Sea Salt, Organic Lime Juice.