Ceres Organics Young Jackfruit Chunks 400g
Organic young jackfruit in chunks, ready to season and cook. A neutral, fibrous plant-based protein with the texture of shredded meat when cooked with herbs and spices.
Ceres Organics Young Jackfruit is harvested young - before the fruit ripens and sweetens - and packed in water with sea salt and organic lime juice. At this stage the jackfruit is firm, fibrous, and almost flavourless, making it one of the most effective plant-based meat substitutes available. Cook it with bold seasoning and it absorbs flavour thoroughly, pulling apart into strands with a texture that closely resembles slow-cooked shredded meat.
This is the chunk format - pieces of young jackfruit that you shred, pull, and season yourself during cooking. If you want jackfruit that arrives pre-shredded and ready to heat, the Ceres Organics Pulled Jackfruit (also available at Santos) is the faster option. The chunk format gives you more control over texture and shred size.
Source of dietary fibre at 6g per 100g serve. FODMAP Friendly certified. No added sugar, no artificial additives.
Four serves per 400g tin at 100g per serve. Product of Sri Lanka.
Young jackfruit vs ripe jackfruit
Young jackfruit and ripe jackfruit are completely different products. Young jackfruit is green, unripe, and starchy - used as a savoury meat substitute. Ripe jackfruit is sweet, soft, and eaten as a fruit. This product is young jackfruit only - it is not sweet and is not used as a fruit.
Why people love it
- Certified organic young jackfruit - neutral flavour, fibrous texture
- Absorbs seasoning and sauces thoroughly when cooked
- Pull-apart texture resembles shredded meat after cooking
- Source of dietary fibre (6g per 100g serve)
- No added sugar, no artificial additives
- FODMAP Friendly certified
- Vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, gluten free, dairy free, nut free, egg free
- BioGro certified organic, B Corp certified brand, GE-free
- 400g, 4 serves at 100g per serve
- Product of Sri Lanka
How to use it
Basic method: drain and rinse the jackfruit, then heat in a pan or oven with your choice of seasoning. As it heats, use a fork or the back of a spoon to pull and shred the pieces into strands. Continue cooking until the edges begin to caramelise slightly before adding sauce.
Some combinations that work well:
- Pulled BBQ jackfruit: toss shredded jackfruit with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, chipotle, and a generous amount of BBQ sauce. Serve in a bun with coleslaw
- Jackfruit tacos: season with cumin, coriander, chilli, and lime. Serve in corn tortillas with avocado, pickled red onion, and coriander
- Jackfruit curry: add to a pre-made curry sauce and simmer until the jackfruit absorbs the flavours
- Jackfruit fried rice: shred finely and stir-fry with tamari, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and vegetables
- Jackfruit sandwich: season like pulled pork, pile into a sourdough roll with pickles and mustard
Young jackfruit vs Ceres Pulled Jackfruit
Santos stocks two Ceres jackfruit products:
- Young Jackfruit Chunks (this product): pieces you shred and season yourself during cooking. More control over texture and shred size. Four serves at 100g each
- Ceres Organics Pulled Jackfruit 400g: pre-shredded and ready to heat and season. Faster preparation, two serves at 115g each
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Once opened, refrigerate in an airtight container and consume promptly.
Ingredients
Young Jackfruit (57%), Water, Natural Sea Salt, Organic Lime Juice. All certified organic.
No added sugar. No artificial additives. Vegan. Gluten free. Nut free.
Country of origin: Product of Sri Lanka.
Certification: BioGro Certified Organic. B Corp Certified Brand. GE-free inputs. FODMAP Friendly certified.
About Ceres Organics
Ceres Organics is a New Zealand wholefoods company producing certified organic and GE-free pantry staples since 1985. BioGro certified and B Corp certified, their range is built around simple ingredient lists, traceable sourcing, and minimal processing.
Why Santos Organics
Santos has been the Northern Rivers' organic food shop since 1978. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, every purchase supports our work in community food systems, environmental advocacy, and the Grow the Growers project. We stock Ceres Organics because their commitment to certified organic, GE-free, and minimal processing matches ours.
Santos Organics is not your average grocery store; it's a not-for-profit social enterprise and environmental charity. Since 1978, we've pioneered the organic wholefood movement. Our stores serve as community hubs where people connect with our team and fellow community members, sharing a journey toward optimal health and wellness. The palpable sense of community forms part of the social and cultural fabric of the Byron Shire and Northern Rivers. Employing over 70 passionate locals, we support hundreds of local farmers, makers, and artisans, promoting the local economy, building community resilience, and strengthening the local food system. Approximately 75% of the food on our shelves is locally grown, produced, or supplied, nurturing interconnectedness and supporting those passionate about clean, wholesome food and sustainable living.
Santos Organics makes conscious shopping easy by sourcing the best organic food and natural lifestyle products. We invest in ethics research through a dedicated Ethics Specialist position, ensuring our products meet rigorous standards before reaching our shelves. Our Care Check process aligns products with our social impact and environmental goals, providing customers with confidence in their purchases. Our commitment to ethical product procurement extends to partnerships with local farmers through initiatives like the Grow the Growers Project. This project helps local farmers establish pathways to the organic retail market, making fresh, locally grown organic food more available and affordable. By incorporating supply agreements and mutual marketing support, we foster connections between customers and the farmers behind their food.
Santos Organics significantly impacts the local community and economy. Over the last three years, our investments in local employment, goods from local suppliers and distributors, rent, and hiring local tradespeople have retained over $26 million within the Northern Rivers. In the past year alone, $5.3 million was circulated back into the local economy through these efforts, supporting over 100 Northern Rivers-based suppliers and distributors. This investment sustains our community's vitality and unique culture. Employing over 70 local team members ensures money stays within the local economy, enhancing opportunities for community interaction and support. Our local suppliers share our vision of promoting creative, sustainable, and healthy product development, strengthening the reputation of the Byron Bay region as a hub for innovation and sustainability.
