Jackfruit Chili Verde

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned young green jackfruit in water
• 8 medium tomatillos
• 1 cup black beans, cooked
• 1/2 cup onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped(optional)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño; cook for another minute, then stir in cumin, salt, and black pepper.

3. 3

   Rinse the tomatillos, then blend them with 1/4 cup water until smooth; pour the puree into the pot and simmer for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the shredded jackfruit, black beans, and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Stir in the chopped cilantro, adjust seasoning if needed, and remove from heat.

6. 6

   Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra cilantro or a squeeze of lime.