Vegetarian Crispy Pata

Savor the bold, flavorful twist of Vegetarian Crispy Pata, a plant-based rendition of a Filipino classic! This recipe swaps out traditional pork for young green jackfruit, masterfully transformed into a crispy, golden delight. Each piece is coated in a spiced batter made with flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, and aromatic seasonings, then deep-fried to crunchy perfection. Paired with a tangy and savory dipping sauce featuring soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and a hint of chili, this dish is as satisfying as it is crowd-pleasing. Perfect for vegetarians craving indulgent comfort food, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and serves as the ultimate centerpiece for family dinners or gatherings. Delight in guilt-free decadence with this irresistible take on Crispy Pata!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can young green jackfruit (canned, in water)
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup water
• 4 cups oil for deep frying
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
• 1 teaspoon chopped green chili

Directions

Step 1

Drain the canned young green jackfruit and rinse under running water. Gently squeeze out excess water and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while stirring until a smooth batter is formed.

Step 4

Pat the jackfruit dry to remove any remaining moisture, then dip each piece into the batter, ensuring they are well-coated.

Step 5

Heat the oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Carefully add the battered jackfruit pieces into the hot oil in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, approximately 5–7 minutes per batch. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 7

To make the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, chopped red onion, and green chili in a small bowl. Mix well until sugar is dissolved.

Step 8

Serve the crispy jackfruit alongside the dipping sauce and enjoy your Vegetarian Crispy Pata!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1958.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9280.9

Total Fat 948.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 132.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4971.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 18.7g
Protein 23.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 180.9mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1714.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 90.5%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 8.5%