how to store jackfruit | illustration photo: Gemini AI
Brilio.net – Jackfruit is a fruit that has its own charm. Just from a distance, the aroma is distinctive and pungent, a sign that the flesh of the fruit is perfectly ripe. The bright yellow color, thick texture and delicious taste make jackfruit suitable to be enjoyed directly or processed into various snacks, from pudding, sticky rice mixture, to fresh fruit ice.
But before getting to the processing stage, there is one challenge that is quite troublesome: peeling and storing the jackfruit. This thick-skinned fruit stores large amounts of sap, and the sap easily sticks to hands, clothes and even kitchen furniture if not handled in the right way.
Why does jackfruit get slimy easily and taste sour?
One of the complaints that often arises after peeling jackfruit is that the texture turns slimy and the taste starts to sour, even though it has only been stored for a few days. This condition is usually triggered by improper storage methods, for example the jackfruit is stored in an open container, mixed with wet parts, or not frozen properly. This excess moisture accelerates the natural fermentation process in the fruit flesh, so that the sweet taste turns sour.
The good news is, there is a simple trick shared by one netizen via the Dapur Leony YouTube channel which can help keep jackfruit fresh, fragrant and not slimy even if stored for a long time.
What you need to prepare before starting
Before cutting the jackfruit, there are several things that should be prepared first so that the process is neater and the sap doesn’t spill everywhere:
– Enough cooking oil (to coat the knife)
– Clean water for washing jackfruit
– Two separate storage containers
– A base such as newspaper or plastic to cover the table or floor
– Airtight container that can go in the freezer
Steps for Cutting and Storing Jackfruit
1. Coat the knife with oil and wash the jackfruit
Brush the knife blade evenly with cooking oil. This step is important so that the jackfruit sap does not stick and harden on the surface of the knife during the cutting process. After that, wash the jackfruit with clean water first, then drain it until there is no remaining water dripping.
2. Prepare two separate containers
Use two different containers to separate the jackfruit based on moisture level. One special container for the jackfruit parts that were exposed to water when washing, and another container for the parts that are completely dry and have not been touched by water at all. This separation is important because different humidity levels can affect how quickly the jackfruit becomes slimy when stored.
3. Line the work area, then remove the middle part of the jackfruit
Before you start cutting, cover the table or floor with newspaper so the sap doesn’t stain the surface. Next, cut and remove the middle or core of the jackfruit first. This method will make the process of peeling the fruit flesh easier at the next stage.
4. Peel, separate, then store in the freezer
Peel the jackfruit one by one, then put them in the appropriate container, according to the previously determined wet or dry category. Once all parts are clean from the skin, close the container tightly and store it in the freezer. With this method, jackfruit can be preserved for months. When you want to consume it, wash the frozen jackfruit with clean water first so that the texture is not too hard due to freezing.
Why is this method effective in maintaining the freshness of jackfruit?
Interestingly, this trick of separating jackfruit based on wet or dry conditions is in line with the basic principle of storing fresh food: the lower the unnecessary water content, the slower the growth of microbes that cause mucus and sour taste. Storing jackfruit at a stable freezer temperature (ideally below -18°C) also stops the activity of enzymes and bacteria that usually cause the fruit flesh to spoil quickly at room temperature or a regular refrigerator.
Apart from the freezer, using an airtight container also helps prevent the jackfruit from absorbing odors from other food ingredients in the freezer, as well as reducing the risk of freezer burn which can make the jackfruit’s texture dry and fibrous when thawed again.
One additional tip that can help: before storing, make sure the jackfruit is completely drained until it is dry so that there are no water spots left in the container, because this remaining water is often the cause of mucus appearing even though the jackfruit has been in the freezer.
General Questions
1. How long can jackfruit last in the freezer this way?
If stored in an airtight container and at a stable freezer temperature, jackfruit can last for several months without losing much of its original taste and texture.
2. Can frozen jackfruit still be processed like fresh jackfruit?
Can. Frozen jackfruit can still be processed into pudding, sticky rice mixture, fruit ice, or compote, as long as it is thawed and washed before use.
3. Why is jackfruit rubber difficult to clean from hands and clothes?
Jackfruit sap contains natural latex which is sticky and difficult to dissolve in ordinary water. Coating your hands or knife with oil before peeling the jackfruit can help reduce this problem.
4. Can jackfruit be stored in a regular refrigerator, not the freezer?
It’s fine for short-term storage (1-2 days), but the texture will become slimier faster and the taste will turn sour faster than when stored in the freezer.
5. What are the signs that jackfruit is no longer suitable for consumption after being stored?
If excess mucus appears, a strong sour smell, or the color changes to an unnatural brownish color, it is best not to consume the jackfruit anymore.
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