Jackfruit Crawls

Meaty pieces of jackfruit are battered and deep-fried in this quick and easy recipe for a crispy vegetarian or vegan meat substitute.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 4 mins
• Total Time: 9 mins
• Calories: 598 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups water
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• oil for frying
• 1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
• 10 pieces drained jackfruit
• 0.25 teaspoon baking powder

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix flour, turmeric, baking powder, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Mix in water until batter is thick.

Step 2

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan over medium heat. Dip jackfruit in the batter and cook in batches in hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side.