There are many different ways to use overripe breadfruit. You can add it to salads, soups, and stews, or you can mash it with butter and salt, or you can bake it into a loaf of bread. You can also make a pudding using overripe breadfruit and coconut milk.
Overripe breadfruit can be an intimidating fruit to deal with.
However, it has so many great uses that you can use them up and not worry about any leftovers!
What are the best uses for overripe breadfruit? You can make delicious sauces, jams, and jellies out of it. You can also use it as a thickener for curries, stews, soups, and casseroles.
You could even turn it into bread, which is a very simple process and very versatile. You can use it in pancakes, muffins, waffles, tortillas, or just about anything else you could think of!
And don’t forget to check out these 21 Breadfruit Recipes.
Overripe breadfruit are so versatile that you’ll likely have no idea what to do with it. Try some of these ideas today and you may be surprised at how delicious they can be!
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14 Overripe Breadfruit Recipes
You can use overripe breadfruit in baking recipes. It works well in banana bread, muffins, and pancakes. You can also use it to make bread, rolls, and crackers. You can also use it to make a fruit salad, or even make a pudding.
Breadfruit Cou-cou
In the Caribbean, the breadfruit is as common as potatoes in North America. It’s a large fruit that looks like a cross between a banana and a giant coconut. The fruit itself has a meaty texture, but it’s not like a potato, which can be sliced up and fried or mashed. Instead, breadfruit is usually cooked whole, and then split open and served in slices with a creamy sauce or gravy.
Breadfruit chips are also very popular, and you can make them yourself by cutting the breadfruit into thin slices. You can then bake them at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes, until they start to get crispy.
Kerala style Breadfruit curry
This dish from the Indian state of Kerala is a combination of many different spices and flavors. It uses the breadfruit in a savory way rather than a sweet one, but it’s still quite tasty!
Ulu (breadfruit) Custard Pie
If you love custard pies, you’re going to want to try this one. It’s made with ripe breadfruit, which has a rich flavor that stands up well to the custard. This pie is so easy to make, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
Breadfruit & Peas Stew – One-Pot Vegan Dinner
You can find breadfruit all over the world. And when you do, make sure you try out the many ways it can be used. This recipe is just one of many that combines the fruit with other ingredients to create a meal that’s filling, healthy, and delicious.
Breadfruit Fritters
If you haven’t had breadfruit, you probably don’t know what it is, but if you’re looking for a tropical twist on a classic breakfast dish, look no further. The large, white, starchy fruit can be used as a substitute for bananas in banana breads, muffins, pancakes, and other breakfast favorites.
It also makes a great addition to savory dishes like fritters and even fried rice. Here, I’ve made a fritter recipe that incorporates the breadfruit and uses it to make an easy breakfast treat.
Ginger Breadfruit Bread
I first tried breadfruit a few years ago when my friend had a loaf of it sitting around in her kitchen, and it reminded me of gingerbread. Since then, I’ve been trying to find ways to use it up. I like it best sliced and buttered, but it can also be used in breads, muffins, and cakes.
Here, I’ve taken one of my favorite bread recipes and used breadfruit instead of bananas. The bread is moist and flavorful, and the breadfruit adds a nice flavor without being overwhelming.
A Delightful Caribbean Breadfruit Salad
If you’re lucky enough to have access to a local farmer’s market, you may have seen breadfruit hanging around there. In fact, you can even buy breadfruit online through sites like Amazon. If you don’t have access to fresh breadfruit, you can make your own by simmering it in water for 20 minutes or until soft.
Breadfruit Mashed “Potatoes” Hawaiian Style
I’ve been experimenting with different ways to use up breadfruit. This one is one of my favorites: mashed breadfruit and coconut make a flavorful, creamy mash that’s great as a substitute for mashed potatoes. It’s also a fun side dish for a tropical dinner party.
Caribbean Breadfruit Puffs
These breadfruit puffs are a perfect dessert for the summertime! They’re also great for breakfast, served with a little butter and honey.
Brunswick Salmon and Breadfruit Roll
The best use of breadfruit I’ve ever had was at the Brunswick restaurant in San Francisco. They served it as a salmon roll, and it was amazing! I’ve made a version at home that’s equally as good, and so easy to make! I just buy the salmon fillet from my local grocery store, and then slice it up, layer it with fresh breadfruit, and serve it on a toasted bun. Yum!
Breadfruit tostones
Tostones are a Caribbean favorite. They’re essentially fried breadfruit, which can be found in many supermarkets. They have a crispy outside and a soft, sweet inside. I’ve seen them made with plantains as well, but I prefer breadfruit. I usually make mine with the green skin still on, so they have a nice, bright color.
Breadfruit burger patties/balls
You can use breadfruit to make burgers! In fact, that’s exactly what I did when I first tried it. I sliced up some ripe breadfruit, mixed it with some egg, and used it to make patties. Then I cooked them up in a skillet until they were browned on both sides. These patties are great for breakfast or lunch, served with a side of eggs and veggies.
Baked Breadfruit Fritters with Mexican Toppings
The best part of this recipe is the topping. It’s an easy mix of avocado, cheese, and salsa that you can use as a dip, or as a topping on breadfruit fritters. I’ve also used it as a spread for toast, or as a sandwich spread. You can also use it to make a guacamole-like dip for chips or vegetables.
Breadfruit Fish Cakes
This recipe is one of my favorites because it’s so easy to make, and it makes for a delicious meal. The breadfruit is soft and delicate, and the fish cakes are light, tender, and perfect for dipping into a tangy sauce. If you’re serving them as an appetizer, I suggest using fresh fish such as tilapia or grouper, but if you’re serving them as a main dish, I like to use a whitefish like cod or haddock.
There are many different ways to use overripe breadfruit. You can add it to salads, soups, and stews, or you can mash it with butter and salt, or you can bake it into a loaf of bread. You can also make a pudding using overripe breadfruit and coconut milk.
Overripe breadfruit can be an intimidating fruit to deal with.
However, it has so many great uses that you can use them up and not worry about any leftovers!
What are the best uses for overripe breadfruit? You can make delicious sauces, jams, and jellies out of it. You can also use it as a thickener for curries, stews, soups, and casseroles.
You could even turn it into bread, which is a very simple process and very versatile. You can use it in pancakes, muffins, waffles, tortillas, or just about anything else you could think of!
Overripe breadfruit are so versatile that you’ll likely have no idea what to do with it. Try some of these ideas today and you may be surprised at how delicious they can be!
14 Overripe Breadfruit Recipes
You can use overripe breadfruit in baking recipes. It works well in banana bread, muffins, and pancakes. You can also use it to make bread, rolls, and crackers. You can also use it to make a fruit salad, or even make a pudding.
Breadfruit Cou-cou
In the Caribbean, the breadfruit is as common as potatoes in North America. It’s a large fruit that looks like a cross between a banana and a giant coconut. The fruit itself has a meaty texture, but it’s not like a potato, which can be sliced up and fried or mashed. Instead, breadfruit is usually cooked whole, and then split open and served in slices with a creamy sauce or gravy.
Breadfruit chips are also very popular, and you can make them yourself by cutting the breadfruit into thin slices. You can then bake them at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes, until they start to get crispy.
Kerala style Breadfruit curry
This dish from the Indian state of Kerala is a combination of many different spices and flavors. It uses the breadfruit in a savory way rather than a sweet one, but it’s still quite tasty!
Ulu (breadfruit) Custard Pie
If you love custard pies, you’re going to want to try this one. It’s made with ripe breadfruit, which has a rich flavor that stands up well to the custard. This pie is so easy to make, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
Breadfruit & Peas Stew – One-Pot Vegan Dinner
You can find breadfruit all over the world. And when you do, make sure you try out the many ways it can be used. This recipe is just one of many that combines the fruit with other ingredients to create a meal that’s filling, healthy, and delicious.
Breadfruit Fritters
If you haven’t had breadfruit, you probably don’t know what it is, but if you’re looking for a tropical twist on a classic breakfast dish, look no further. The large, white, starchy fruit can be used as a substitute for bananas in banana breads, muffins, pancakes, and other breakfast favorites.
It also makes a great addition to savory dishes like fritters and even fried rice. Here, I’ve made a fritter recipe that incorporates the breadfruit and uses it to make an easy breakfast treat.
Ginger Breadfruit Bread
I first tried breadfruit a few years ago when my friend had a loaf of it sitting around in her kitchen, and it reminded me of gingerbread. Since then, I’ve been trying to find ways to use it up. I like it best sliced and buttered, but it can also be used in breads, muffins, and cakes.
Here, I’ve taken one of my favorite bread recipes and used breadfruit instead of bananas. The bread is moist and flavorful, and the breadfruit adds a nice flavor without being overwhelming.
A Delightful Caribbean Breadfruit Salad
If you’re lucky enough to have access to a local farmer’s market, you may have seen breadfruit hanging around there. In fact, you can even buy breadfruit online through sites like Amazon. If you don’t have access to fresh breadfruit, you can make your own by simmering it in water for 20 minutes or until soft.
Breadfruit Mashed “Potatoes” Hawaiian Style
I’ve been experimenting with different ways to use up breadfruit. This one is one of my favorites: mashed breadfruit and coconut make a flavorful, creamy mash that’s great as a substitute for mashed potatoes. It’s also a fun side dish for a tropical dinner party.
Caribbean Breadfruit Puffs
These breadfruit puffs are a perfect dessert for the summertime! They’re also great for breakfast, served with a little butter and honey.
Brunswick Salmon and Breadfruit Roll
The best use of breadfruit I’ve ever had was at the Brunswick restaurant in San Francisco. They served it as a salmon roll, and it was amazing! I’ve made a version at home that’s equally as good, and so easy to make! I just buy the salmon fillet from my local grocery store, and then slice it up, layer it with fresh breadfruit, and serve it on a toasted bun. Yum!
Breadfruit tostones
Tostones are a Caribbean favorite. They’re essentially fried breadfruit, which can be found in many supermarkets. They have a crispy outside and a soft, sweet inside. I’ve seen them made with plantains as well, but I prefer breadfruit. I usually make mine with the green skin still on, so they have a nice, bright color.
Breadfruit burger patties/balls
You can use breadfruit to make burgers! In fact, that’s exactly what I did when I first tried it. I sliced up some ripe breadfruit, mixed it with some egg, and used it to make patties. Then I cooked them up in a skillet until they were browned on both sides. These patties are great for breakfast or lunch, served with a side of eggs and veggies.
Baked Breadfruit Fritters with Mexican Toppings
The best part of this recipe is the topping. It’s an easy mix of avocado, cheese, and salsa that you can use as a dip, or as a topping on breadfruit fritters. I’ve also used it as a spread for toast, or as a sandwich spread. You can also use it to make a guacamole-like dip for chips or vegetables.
Breadfruit Fish Cakes
This recipe is one of my favorites because it’s so easy to make, and it makes for a delicious meal. The breadfruit is soft and delicate, and the fish cakes are light, tender, and perfect for dipping into a tangy sauce. If you’re serving them as an appetizer, I suggest using fresh fish such as tilapia or grouper, but if you’re serving them as a main dish, I like to use a whitefish like cod or haddock.
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