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How to Make Vegan Chili-Lime Jackfruit Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meat tacos? Look no further than these tasty Vegan Chili-Lime Jackfruit Tacos! Jackfruit is a versatile and plant-based meat substitute that is packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals. When seasoned with zesty chili and lime, it becomes the perfect filling for tacos. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, these tacos are sure to become a new favorite in your ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (20 ounce) cans young green jackfruit packed in water, drained
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large shallot, minced
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¼ cup orange juice
  • 1 medium lime, juiced
  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 tacos

  • Mix jackfruit with garlic, paprika, onion powder, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, and salt in a large bowl, using your hands to shred the jackfruit while mixing until it has a pulled pork consistency.
  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add shallot and saute until soft, 2 to 3 minutes. Add seasoned jackfruit and let cook together, 4 to 5 minutes; it's okay if the jackfruit starts sticking to the pan. Pour in water and stir, making sure you get any yummy pieces that may be sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Add orange juice, lime juice, chipotle pepper, maple syrup, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and pepper; mix together well. Let simmer, stirring occasionally and breaking down the jackfruit more if necessary, for 25 minutes. Drain if there is an excess of liquid during the cooking process; you want all of the liquid cooked down. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  • Serve on warm corn tortillas.

    • Nutrition

    183 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 380mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 126mg

    Categories

    Vegan recipes
    Jackfruit recipes
    Taco recipes