How to Make Jackfruit Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Jackfruit tacos are a delicious alternative to traditional meat tacos, offering a flavorful and versatile option for vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. With a texture that closely resembles pulled pork and a mild, sweet flavor, jackfruit is a popular ingredient in plant-based cooking, and it works wonderfully as a filling for tacos.

These tacos are the perfect way to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet while still enjoying the satisfaction of a hearty and savory dish. Wh...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup finely shredded green cabbage
  • ¼ cup finely shredded red cabbage
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh mango
  • 1 medium carrot, shredded
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ½ medium lime, juiced
  • 1 (14 ounce) can green jackfruit in brine, drained
  • 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
  • ¼ teaspoon taco seasoning, or to taste
  • 3 (6 inch) corn tortillas, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 3
  • Yield: 3 servings

  • Combine green and red cabbage, mango, carrot, jalapeño, mayonnaise, and lime juice for slaw in a large mixing bowl. Mix well until all ingredients are coated with mayonnaise; set aside.
  • Prepare tacos: Gently pull jackfruit flesh apart as you would for pulled pork or chicken, discarding any seeds or pods.
  • Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add shredded jackfruit and taco seasoning; cook and stir until heated through and blended with seasoning, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat another cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add tortillas and heat for 15 to 30 seconds per side.
  • Put jackfruit mixture in the middle of each tortilla and top with slaw and cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    219 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 1196mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Potassium: 139mg