Vegan Tacos al Pastor

These Vegan Tacos al Pastor are a delightful twist on the traditional dish, showcasing marinated jackfruit that mimics the texture and flavor of marinated pork. Served with fresh pineapple salsa and topped with avocado, they are both satisfying and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Young green jackfruit - 400 grams (canned in water)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Chipotle chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Pineapple juice - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Fresh pineapple - 1/2 cup, diced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Red onion - 1/4 cup, finely chopped
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit, then cut it into small pieces, removing any hard cores.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the jackfruit to the skillet along with the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, pineapple juice, and soy sauce. Stir well to combine.
4. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and absorbs the flavors. Use a fork to shred the jackfruit slightly to create a pulled texture.
5. While the jackfruit is cooking, prepare the pineapple salsa by combining diced pineapple, chopped cilantro, and red onion in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
6. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.
7. To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the jackfruit mixture onto each tortilla, top with the pineapple salsa, and add slices of avocado.
8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 56 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber which promotes digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants and vitamins from fresh ingredients like pineapple and avocado.

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