
Vegan Jackfruit Tacos
These vegan jackfruit tacos are a delicious and plant-based alternative to traditional meat tacos. Jackfruit is used as a meat substitute and is seasoned with flavorful spices.
Ingredients
- Salsa (1/2 cup)
- Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
- Avocado (1, sliced)
- Corn tortillas (8)
- Lime juice (2 tablespoons)
- Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
- Smoked paprika (1 teaspoon)
- Cumin (1 teaspoon)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Onion (1 medium, diced)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Canned jackfruit (2 cans (20 oz), drained and rinsed)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until onion is translucent.
- Add the drained and rinsed jackfruit to the skillet and break it apart using a fork or spatula.
- Add cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to coat the jackfruit with the spices.
- Cook the jackfruit mixture for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is heated through and has absorbed the flavors.
- Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle lime juice over the jackfruit. Stir to combine.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or in the oven.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a scoop of the jackfruit mixture onto each tortilla.
- Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and salsa.
- Serve the vegan jackfruit tacos warm and enjoy!
Dietary Information
Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 30 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 5g • Carbs: 40g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 500mg • Sugar: 5g