Arbuckle Creek

Author: Arbuckle Creek

  • Finger Lime + Avocado Tartare on Crispy Rice

    Ingredients (4 servings)Ripe avocado, small dice: 400 g (about 3 medium)Shallot, brunoise: 40 gExtra virgin olive oil: 30 mlFresh finger lime pearls: 30 gLemon juice: 10 mlSalt: 4 gWhite pepper: 1 gCooked sushi rice: 300 gNeutral oil (for frying rice): 30 ml MethodMix avocado, shallot, olive oil, lemon, salt, pepper.Fold in finger lime pearls gently.Pan-fry…

  • Pulled Jackfruit BBQ Burger

    IngredientsJackfruit: 1 kgOnion: 150 gGarlic: 10 gBBQ sauce: 240 mlLiquid smoke: 5 mlPaprika: 5 gPretzel buns x4 Method Simmer all ingredients 25 min, pan-crisp before serving.

  • Thai Red Curry Jackfruit

    IngredientsJackfruit: 1 kgRed curry paste (vegan): 60 g (¼ cup)Coconut milk: 800 mlSoy sauce: 30 mlBrown sugar: 12 gBell pepper, sliced: 200 gThai basil: 15 gLime juice: 15 ml MethodFry curry paste in 30 ml oil 1 min.Add coconut milk + jackfruit + soy + sugar.Simmer 20 min. Add peppers last 5 min.Finish with lime…

  • Nashville Hot Jackfruit Sandwich

    IngredientsJackfruit, shredded: 1 kgFlour: 120 gCornstarch: 60 gPaprika: 5 gGarlic powder: 4 gSalt: 6 gOat milk: 180 mlFry oilHot GlazeNeutral oil: 60 mlCayenne: 5 gSmoked paprika: 3 gBrown sugar: 12 gMaple syrup: 15 mlGarlic powder: 2 g MethodToss jackfruit in flour, cornstarch, spices.Dip in oat milk, dredge again.Fry 180°C / 355°F for 3–4 min until…

  • Smoky BBQ Pulled Jackfruit Tacos (4 servings / 8 tacos)

    IngredientsYoung green jackfruit, drained: 2 cans (40 oz / 1.13 kg)Yellow onion, diced: 150 g (1 cup)Garlic, minced: 10 g (2 tsp)Neutral oil: 30 ml (2 tbsp)Smoked paprika: 6 g (2 tsp)Ground cumin: 3 g (1 tsp)Chili powder: 3 g (1 tsp)Brown sugar: 12 g (1 tbsp)Tomato paste: 30 g (2 tbsp)BBQ sauce (vegan): 180…

  • What to do when your dragonfruit plants suffer a freeze

    Oof, freezes are brutal on dragonfruit 😬 The good news: they’re tougher than they look, and you might be able to bring them back depending on how hard the freeze was. Here’s what to do, step by step: 1. Don’t prune right away (for a few days)After a freeze, damaged tissue can look worse than…

  • Tips for Cooking with Longan

    Fresh is best, but canned works well for sauces.Balance sweetness with acid (vinegar, wine) or heat (pepper, chili).Longan pairs best with ribeye, strip, flank, or filet.

  • Thai-Style Mango Marinated Steak

    IngredientsMarinade½ cup mango purée1½ tbsp fish sauce1 tbsp brown sugar1 tbsp lime juice1 tsp grated garlicSteak1 lb flank steakGarnish½ cup fresh mango slices2 tbsp basil or mint. InstructionsMarinate steak 30 minutes (no longer).Sear over high heat 4–5 minutes per side.Rest, slice thinly, top with fresh mango and herbs.

  • Pan-Seared Steak with Mango Peppercorn Sauce

    IngredientsSteak2 sirloin steaks (8 oz / 225 g each)1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepperSauce½ cup mango purée½ cup beef stock1 tsp cracked black pepper¼ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)1 tbsp butter InstructionsSear steaks in hot skillet 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and rest.Add stock and mango purée to pan; simmer 3…

  • How to build a trellis and plant a dragonfruit cutting

    PART 1 – STARTING A DRAGONFRUIT CUTTING1. Choosing the Right CuttingIdeal cutting sizeLength: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)Thickness: at least ½ inch (thicker = stronger plant)What to look forHealthy green colorNo soft spots, rot, or black patchesPreferably taken from a fruiting plantTip:Mark the top end of the cutting. Dragonfruit will not root if planted upside down.2.…