SIMPLE WINTER MEALS with JACKFRUIT & how to cook it properly.

[@francesthompson9204]

Squwezing the water from the Jackfruit is definitely the way to go.. Thank you for spreading the word. I use my potato ricer to squeeze out the excess liquid. You can get them nice and dry. Saves laundering kitchen towels. I do this with greens as well - often with spinach and chard I've frozen. Saves green stains on kitchen towels too! I bought all your books - great for making carnivores reconsider the taste and variety of vegan foods. Definitely a fan .

[@_-Zoe-_]

This is what men who are raised well turn out like! Congrats to Gaz and his wonderful family! You deserve everything you've worked so hard for!

[@nicolathomas5125]

Absolutely. Well said, Zoe.👍

[@truthseeker5941]

Zoe I was thinking now this is a sweet, nice man.

[@mica0710]

Man, I'm not vegan but still tried this. And wow, it was incredible. Love the fact you're not trying to give that meat flavour as some people do and just keep the meaty texture of the original recipe. Never tried to eat Jackfruit like that, and what a good surprise I had.

[@jmk1962]

Good to know.

[@tbhidc4321]

Im not vegan nor am I trying to be but i often watch vegan cooking videos because u guys r so creative and show different ways of cooking veggies which i really appreciate

[@Me-ss2gq]

Hey Gaz, you’re probably not gonna read this but here goes. I stopped watching your videos a while back, I don’t remember why, but I came back and I have to say it’s a completely different vibe. You just having fun with your mates while creating delicious vegan meals - it’s truly a pleasure to see. Keep up the great work 👍🏾👍🏾

[@gazoakleychef]

THANK YOU!!!

[@daisyw.7080]

I had the same thing!

[@vickster7475]

Yeah love the messing about they do

[@sandytw5229]

Totally agree 👋🏼

[@Kiki_Christie]

@@gazoakleychef I can’t wait to try this!! Looks amazing 🤩🤩🤩🤗🤗

[@brittanybutler2211]

You're part of the reason why I'm still vegan. Keep em coming..

[@gazoakleychef]

Will do!

[@beesorandom10]

FRIENDLY REMINDER ❤️❤️Be kind to yourself. This is YOUR plant based journey. Things will happen when the time is right. YOU are smart, YOU creative, YOU a worthy of love and appreciation.💞 You are AMAZING and never let anyone try to convince you’ll anything else. Much ❤️

[@jcgnbd7410]

Thank you for the reminder - you don’t know me and I don’t know you, however, you gave me lift today and I thank you. Adding to my affirmations page in my planner!❤️

[@beesorandom10]

@@jcgnbd7410 awe thank you and I meant every word. This is no one’s journey but your own. I’m happy my words helped lift you up 🥰🥰🥰

[@margaux78490]

My boyfriend just offered my Plants Only Kitchen for my birthday, can't wait to try some recipes !! I've been loving cooking and eating much more since I've gone vegan a few years ago and I can say you're one of my biggest inspiration in therms of creativity. Thank you for who you are and for doing all of this, its always a pleasure and a good time to watch you cook amazing food and share it with all of us !!

[@themangodiaries284]

Let’s just really appreciate the amazing editing in this episode. Every season just keeps getting better. Everyone on the team contributes in an amazing way and I love the organic friendships you have created amongst each other.❤️🥭

[@anja9952]

I just have to say I LOVE the editing, the colour scheme generally, the text font, the camera angles! Just W.O.W. Everything matches PERFECTLY and is yet so unique! (Bet the food's just as amazing.)

[@PropheticCoachTheresa]

Ooohhh! So the trick is to squeeze the shit outta the jack fruit. I have tried cooking with it, packaged stuff, and was like, yeah, that's not fooling anyone that it's meat. I figured there must be a right way to make it. Thanks Gaz!

[@raairs-e8l]

I just made a Brazilian version of this recipe. Instead of mashed potatoes I used yucca. It taste amazing! 🤤🤤

[@miracleshappen4483]

I'm in Cambodia, here we have a tree with many jackfruits. My Khmer friends eat it as it is but for me the texture is really meaty, I thought I would cook it and now you are posting this recipe! 🤗😁💖

[@cheframaandchefanita]

Jackfruit is so delicious!

[@autumnrain7918]

Make sure you have it at the correct ripeness for cooking- if it's too ripe, it'll be too fruity for the dishes. (I could be wrong, but this is what I remember others saying.) Enjoy all that fruit for us!

[@pureblue1987]

Its been a pleasure to watch you grow and evolve and make magic. much love from Palestine

[@mcdflint]

Great video, great food made by a great bloke. I love your style Gaz. I'm a semi retired vegan chef who loves to do cooking demonstrations and classes but that's been knocked on the head during the pandemic. People tell me I should hit KZbin but I'm old and wouldn't know where to start so it's nice to watch yours to see the enthusiasm you bring to the kitchen; keep it up!

[@lougiza3528]

The sad part of those videos is that you already know the ending - he will love his work! (And that’s great)

[@YTFlove4ever]

Is it sad because when we cook it, it will never reach that level?

[@gazoakleychef]

@@YTFlove4ever if you follow my recipes yes!!!! :)

[@bekijennings9567]

@@YTFlove4ever of course it will reach that level Gaz is a great teacher

[@YTFlove4ever]

Thanks for the optimism Gaz and everyone else

[@redhalokhun2809]

I love jackfruit. I'm from Mauritius and got a huge Jackfruit Tree at the back of my house. I love your videos btw, can't wait to try your recipes ❤️

[@hanssmith8901]

Hi Mauritian here ki dire

[@redhalokhun2809]

@@hanssmith8901 Bonsoir! Tou korek 😇

[@jameswilkes451]

Wow! That's very incredibly lucky. It's been a very long time since I've been able to grow my own food. I will do it again one day...

[@user-re7io9gt3t]

I’ve had a can of jackfruit sitting in my cupboard for a while, I guess I can put it to use now

[@Judaswoof]

I've made the chinese curry a few times now (from the book) and can confirm it's EPIC! Thanks for all the great recipes!

[@debbiefaust3798]

Now, I know why my jackfruit dishes were not that great - I didn’t squeeze out most of the water. Thanks so my much, Gaz! Definitely will try these delicious recipes. Keep living your dream and much love to you!

[@SonyaLCH]

If you want to get the briny taste completely out you need to spend more time prepping it. It needs to be drained, rinsed, boiled and then squeezed in order to give the best neutral flavor and meaty texture.

[@maartenvanemmerik5406]

I made the sheppards pie for my housemates for christmas diner, it was delicious and they all loved it!!

[@yasmousey]

I’m a meat eater but I’m trying to incorporate more vegan/vegetarian meals in my diet and this looks soo amazing! So glad I found your channel lol

[@its2hotintexas]

Omg, I used your spiced for the vegan shepherd pie but with mushrooms and other veggie and it came out so dang delicious!! I love your recipes so much thank you for the inspiration! I share it all with all my friends! I love what you're doing. Thankful today on Thanksgiving for you and what you're doing! I look forward to the recipes in your new book I just recieved yesterday! ❤❤❤Thsnk you!

[@TheCoookieCrumb]

As a new vegan, jackfruit is on the list of new foods i want to try. I never knew food could be so diverse and interesting! It's amazing! This weeks food adventure are plantains! Also inspired by this channel. Thank you!

[@romandelante9592]

Just tried Jackfruit today for the first time ever using Gaz’s shepherds pie recipe...delicious!!! You nailed it one again, congrats for your whole channel, a delight for mouth and eyes!

[@DesdeAndalusia]

The unanimous "ooooohhhh" to the secret ingredient was my favorite part of this video! 🥰🥰🥰 These recipes look so delicious and not overly complicated. Thank you for sharing your incredible talent with us.

[@BelindaW505]

This is the first time I’ve watched a cooking video with my mouth watering. Omg that curry 🙏🏻 I’ve got 2 tins of Jack fruit & needed inspiration. Thanks so much for sharing that it needs squeezing out too. Total game changer. Amazing production team. Laughing at the lizard joke 🤣🤣🤣

[@exquisitejewelrikkei2957]

I could watch him cook all day! He cooks with such elegance and class!

[@azzyslife7022]

I want to be Gaz’s friend lol. Friends that cook together = Friends forever No...okay 😔

[@runningwithrhyno1525]

Yes me too :)

[@tamarakopnicka8198]

And EAT forever! x

[@sharonbenjelloun6275]

@@runningwithrhyno1525 p

[@sandytw5229]

Me too 👫👯‍♀️🚶🏼‍♀️💃🕺🏻

[@Yuzuhira.]

Be my friend! I would love to have also friends who cook together

[@annwells9672]

Recreated this for my family last week...Amazing!! Thank you 🙏 we are newly vegan. We needed this quick win 💪

[@1livelaxlove]

OMG the Sheperd’s pie looks bomb af!!! I want to make this for Thanksgiving 😍

[@tamarbendor9468]

The plant arrangement just gives me LIFE

[@kathiemott3988]

The first time I had ever had Shepherds Pie was when my husband was stationed in England about 35 years ago. I have been thinking of making a Shepherds Pie with Jackfruit recently. The nearest place I may be able to find it is about 40 miles away. So it calls for a special trip and asking a friend for a ride. I have used Jackfruit in my plant based chili and it looks like a tastes like shredded meat when it is done. My 'secret' ingredient in my chili is pureed pumpkin. It helps with the texture so that the chili is not so watery. My son, who is not vegan, likes my chili and some of my other foods, does not know about this one ingredient. All he cares about is that it tastes good. I also have some other ideas for Jackfruit. Thinking of plant based burgers with lentils. Thank you for sharing.

[@lendrestapas2505]

love that you incorporate outtakes, makes it look much more natural

[@guadalupealfaro6618]

This is perfect!!! I just came back from the store with 4 cans of jackfruit wondering what I was going to make with them and then this video drops. Perfect timing, will make tomorrow! Also... Good job joe! (Applause)

[@shannny2k]

Found this video while looking for a good recipe for jackfruit, subscribed for the amazing (hilarious) rapport this team has. Hilarious interactions, great camera work, excellent editing!

[@yuyu0917]

Gaz has the best crew😆 They can film, edit, AND assist him in the kitchen 😂👍👨‍🍳

[@aamariamason4562]

I love how cool, calm and collected you are in your videos. I love how when you're teaching us something new to us, you make it easy to truly understand (thank you for taking out the guessing work). I love how you have plants everywhere and how the cooking tools, cooking-ware and even the types of ingredients you use are so eclectic! All in all I love your style + mannerisms :) it is so refreshing 🌿✨🌻

[@AshishDibinseMathews]

I am South Indian, and jackfruit is a big part of my cuisine. I know that this is not the proper way that jackfruit is normally made, but these look and sound absolutely fab!

[@sshane1986]

Anyone else melt at the way he says carrot? ❤️ the accent! The food looks bomb too.

[@shleegar]

I made the Shepherd's pie tonight, but used TVP instead of jackfruit as my grocer doesn't carry it. Man, it was SO tasty. Perfect for a chilly November evening. Can't wait to try it again once I find canned jackfruit. Thanks for the wonderful recipe Gaz.

[@monikamahon3544]

Thank you👏 I'm here for it! I had BBQ pulled jackfruit and it was a letdown. I have some tins in my cupboard gathering dust because I didn't want to waste it making bbq jackfruit again - once was enough,- so I'm so glad you've done this. Can't wait to try the curry recipe☺️

[@nicolejohnson2531]

I have only cooked once with jackfruit and wasn’t very impressed...now that you have shown this.....I’m onto it! Love your channel! Your crew must love working with you being able to try all of that amazing food! 😂😂 thanks Gaz!

[@LiveLifeAshley]

I was JUST googling jackfruit recipes because I have no idea how to cook it!! SO KEEN 🙏🏻

[@lcoleman6046]

It's easy and delicious.

[@3PairDesigns]

Oh man, I so enjoy the versatility of Jack Fruit and it is a staple in my pantry. I also love, love, love Shepherd's pie, I mean anything with mashed potatoes is a meal well done! Thank you for this Gaz, I love your passion and your crew is hilarious too. Thanks for sharing! 💖👍

[@MarcCaladoFitness]

I made the shepherd's pie and it was amazing!!!!! Thank you so much Gaz, your recipes are what inspired me to go vegan. Keep this up brother!! absolute fire...

[@marleykorzen5120]

"I really love food...a lot." I felt that.

[@cristineshaylo18]

I have tried to cook these two recipes and it was totally good and healthy meals. I made a long list of your recipes for the month of August coz healthy eating is my top priority, as always and to keep me on track this year. 🧡

[@shnabiha]

Back home, we fry them, and sometimes eat them just like that. The fried ones are sweet and oily and crispy omg. Omg it's so tasty

[@ivorputnam5958]

Gaz your videos are the best online. They are so professionally made and you all have loads of fun. XX

[@smonasterio]

I love your recipes. Not only you are a great cook, but also you make everything so easy and delicious!

[@Rae_eLLe]

The shepard's pie was so delicious and hearty! Definitely going to be apart of my household recipes now! As always great job and thank you Gaz! Looking forward to trying the curry and many other recipes from your books.

[@kimmcdonald5000]

First time trying jackfruit. This recepie came out great. I made this yesterday. I love making your recepies and enjoying them. You are my favorite chef. I have two of your book's. I need to get the christmas recepie book.

[@kyralichtenstein2971]

I tried both dishes and they tasted amazing! Thanks for sharing!

[@annettemarie2076]

What a pleasure watching you cook with all of your beautiful ceramics.

[@lauraaqui219]

I absolutely loved this video, I've had two tins of jackfruit for over two weeks now as I didnt have a clue what to do with them or how to cook it, I was delighted when I saw your video about this, it was the answer I had been searching for. I will be making these two recipes thank you so much, I love your channel Gaz, your marvelous, I'm a fan. Subscriber laura in uk

[@blessings7226]

Hi @Laura , ❤️ did you make that ? How did it taste ?

[@catschamomile298]

Made the shepherds pie today and my family loved it! Will definitely make it again :)

[@kyliecarroll765]

Shepherds Pie always sounded so off-putting but seeing this recipe I know ill be trying it soon.

[@soempressionable8297]

@ Gaz I recently purchased your plants only book on Amazon! Soooooo organized and the presentation is spot on as usual. I’m trying Jackfruit for the first time as I write this. A variety from snacks dinner desserts sauces etc to choose from. I left a review on Amazon as well. Love from Miami Florida!!!💕

[@geodesicadomes5636]

Long term vegan who loves your videos Gaz. Just wanted to recommend that you purchase (if you haven´t already) a hemp made nut milk bag for the purpose of squeezing water out of your jack fruit. Even a freshly laundered tea towel is gonna have detergent residues. Peace and love from Spain :)

[@ardethellis8930]

Oooo! Great idea.

[@JA99]

I made the shepherd's pie tonight and it was unbelievable! The coffee changes the whole dish. It is a must!

[@simplyblessed7036]

I made a variation of the shepherds pie. Instead of mushrooms I used tofu. Instead of carrots I used broccoli. I made cashew gravy instead of using tomato paste. It turned out delicious

[@PepperJuicy]

I loooove how he talks „the celery is the Star...“

[@mariamaritsa3651]

INCRÍVELLL! Ameiii, tô ansiosa pra assistir 😍 Looking forward to see you making a Brazilian recipe 🇧🇷

[@l.lalala3455]

Feijoada com Jacka e uma deliiiicia.

[@danielledillon630]

I love your recipes and your wonderful veg garden, and I LOVE your enthusiasm!!!

[@arelymurguia2003]

These all look so tasty, can't wait to try for the winter holidays! Can you please make a vegan pumpkin pie? I am in need of that and a carrot cake recipe!!

[@bzflote]

Squeezing the Jack fruit is a game changer! Just made the Sheppard's pie and it was delicious!!!! Thank you so much!

[@ApteraPioneer]

I don't cook with oils or margerine, but love to watch your videos. You are an artist.

[@nokskitchenVeganrecipe5248]

In my country we used to cook jackfruit on many recipe such as Curry or coconut soup on the party or wedding ceremony. Now I am in Costa Rica and really miss it a lot

[@talibahdivine]

Omgggg I love you!! I'm a vegan chef as well, and what I love most is your passion for food.. I know you love it cuz I love food in the same way.. its an ART.. I started watching your channel right before you hit 1 million subscribers, (on another page) now look at you, well on your way to 2 million my goodness!! Please keep these fabulous recipes coming I just can't wait to meet you in person chef 😊💛👩🏽‍🍳 ALSO: The plants 🪴😭 your space is just full of so much peace I can't wait until mine is the same way 🪴🌱🌿

[@gloriagordon3895]

I just had jackfruit for dinner last night, and it was barbecued with coleslaw. And as always it was extremely delicious! However I’m always looking to try something new! So, Thank you so much for the recipes & the presentation!

[@ap4146]

My mouth is constantly watering with your amazing culinary creativity

[@pamelabassi]

so cool! in brazil we have a dish called escondidinho (little hidden) usually with carne seca (it’s a kind of dry meat) and smashed cooked cassava. I’ll totally try to make it with this jackfruit as in the second recipe

[@Kim-kd8or]

Hi 😊 I made the shepherds pie last night. It’s very interesting, I like it. I’m very excited to make the curry as soon as the store restocks the stuff I need for it lol. Thanks again for great recipes, I am determined to make at least one of your dishes a week, everyone I’ve made so far have been absolutely out standing! Made your version of the chili con carne this week too, wow that was amazing- chocolate was a really fantastic ingredient that just took it to the next level !!! Thanks again always excited to see a new video!

[@sarahmeijer8406]

I am soooo glad find the best vegan recipes I do not love it but I luuuuuve it Thanks 🙏🏾 👌🌸🙌🏽

[@margarett_b]

11:03 Okay, that's a bomb idea :D Coffee is known for beautifully enhancing the flavours but I've never thought of adding it to savoury dishes like that! I'll have to give it a go!

[@beatrixk.6723]

An alternative for those that don't drink coffee is to use a piece of dark chocolate or a tbs of cacao for flavour.

[@kathygaskins7132]

Yes... I was surprised to hear the secret ingredient is coffee, I just knew he was going to say brown sugar or maple syrup ... Gotta love the way Gaz makes going vegan look so logical, yummy and easy 👍

[@jcgnbd7410]

My husband (who is the cook in our family - for good reason🤣) adds coffee grounds or coffee to all of his homemade BBQ sauces - brings out the best flavor!

[@GutterpressFerret]

So THAT'S how you get the texture right. Squeeze out the water! Doh! Lightbulb moment. It's the reason why I haven't tried cooking again with jackfruit because it was just so sloppy. Hooray! Thank you so much, Gaz!

[@marionstephen5720]

I always wanted to go vegetarian, but the food used to look boring, and I don't like the fake meat, but you really show a exciting side to it, ill try some of these recipe, I wish I had someone like you to cook for me.i cooked all my life , am tired now but want to change my diet.love you cooking.

[@annakrawczyk6576]

Cooked the jackfruit shepherds pie last night, so so delicious 😍 Thank you Gaz!

[@yvewallace5155]

😍😋 I’m so happy my book arrived today! God bless you Gaz! Greetings from Hamburg, Germany! 👋🏽

[@Scor-ah]

Thanks Gaz, I am so excited to try Jackfruit again without all the water...you are so smart...oh yes I must say I love your cookbooks, for anyone who is not sure they need another cookbook...you need this one!!!

[@gazoakleychef]

Thanks 🙏

[@jamesscot8560]

What a hoot Gaz. A fortnight ago Wil Yeung introduced me to Jack Fruit. So today i upgraded my Asian foods larder at the local Lao market in St. Petersburg, Florida. Thanks for the tutorial on preparing Jackfruit. I also prefer pressed and baked tofu. A local friend actually grows the behemoth fruit. Being hit by a falling jackfruit could leave one disabled. Wil and Gaz... you are princes.

[@jaiye71]

I am new to Vegan food and am cooking this today! I'm really looking forward to trying it.

[@Crystal_m11]

I just made the jackfruit curry and I couldn't believe how easy and amazing it was! Will definitely make again and can't wait to try more recipes. Just bought the book off amazon and its coming tomorrow! Lots of love from Toronto :D

[@TREYCEMONE]

I've made that shepherd's pie twice already within 3 days, Ooooo that thing is BOMB. Thanks for the inspiration!!!

[@IAmElisha]

That Shepherds Pie looks soooooo GOOD! Made me hungry! I want to go out and buy all the ingredients NOW!

[@Pyupo]

That was great editing... kudos to the editing team...very fun filled episode... I never tried cook with jackfruit before even though it's a common fruit in Asia(Malaysia).... I should start now...follow this recipe(the best vegan chef that I ever known, master of vegan recipes)...I'm born vegetarian, now think I should become vegan... Big shout out for the team...I really wanna be part of the team just to eat the food..😂

[@2075vj]

Just received your cookbook. I’m so excited! I wish I knew how to post a pic here of the book here. I will be making this dish later this week. I’ve never had jackfruit. Thanks for sharing!

[@DiliniAbeyrathne]

Hey @Avantgardevegan .I'm from sri Lanka. Also a vegan. I just had a jackfruit curry with rice. It is hand picked though. This one we have never tried before. Worth to try 🧡

[@jennifercobar2673]

It had barely started and I was already liking it, I knew it was going to be great, and I don’t like many videos, I rarely do that.

[@fridafrancisco2753]

Jackfruit grows in South Florida in the USA, we have the trees in people's gardens

[@Yickity_yamz]

Not always a fan of jack fruit because the texture hasn’t been there for me, though never prepared myself from a can...so excited to give this a try especially that curry 😋

[@eatingwithselina8482]

It tastes best when you completely dehydrate it first to remove the liquid it comes with then hydrate it back with your own flavors

[@vartikabhardwajofficial]

Vegan from 7 months. Life is going healthy ☺️ thanks for your wonderful recipes 😘

[@victrola2007]

One of my favorite versions of the recipes. I do get bit impatient and thicjesauses with chia seeds and/or potato (NOT) corn starch. Always soak out brine before squeezing liquid out with my tofu press.

[@scorpleeon]

Dad: Don’t touch that knife. Crew: * Oh yes I will *

[@wintermonroe2894]

😂😂🤣🤣

[@Journeywithjazmin]

😂😂😂

[@MissLittleTee]

I like to boil my tin jackfruit for 30min to remove the brine then rinse in cold water and squeeze out before using it. Taste way better.

[@alicewhite8339]

This is my favourite video of yours in ages! Maybe a common mistakes when using vegan ingredients series? I'm a chef in training so this little trick was soooo valuable thank you 🙏🙏💚🌱

[@MANDEE7962]

This looks like it would be the best thing I will ever eat 😩. I’m going to make for the family

[@lionessnala2000]

Bought a can if jackfruit yesterday but did not have a clue as to what to do with it. Now I know...thank you Gaz

[@HappyMonkey11]

Can you imagine being able to prepare food like Gaz? I would never leave my kitchen.

[@julieannelovesbooks]

Well, there’s one thing you can do. Keep on making his recipes, and you can feel in your heart you at least tried to come close to his almighty genius in the kitchen 😂😂😂(it took me literally three hours to make his lasagne recipe but it’s the best thing I’ve ever made)

[@HappyMonkey11]

@@julieannelovesbooks totally agree! I tried a few of his recepies and some took quite an effort but the result was amazingly delicious! So worth the time and effort. 🤤