Tacos de Jackfruit

Tacos de Jackfruit are a delicious vegan interpretation of traditional Spanish BBQ, featuring shredded jackfruit marinated in a smoky, tangy sauce. These tacos are packed with flavor and topped with fresh ingredients, making them a satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Young green jackfruit - 400 grams (drained and rinsed)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• BBQ sauce - 60 ml
• Corn tortillas - 4 small (6-inch)
• Red onion - 50 grams (thinly sliced)
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams (chopped)
• Lime - 1 (cut into wedges)
• Avocado - 1 (sliced)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the drained jackfruit to the skillet and use a fork to shred it into smaller pieces.
3. Sprinkle smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper over the jackfruit and stir well to combine.
4. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is heated through and slightly caramelized.
5. Add the BBQ sauce to the skillet and mix well, allowing it to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the jackfruit is well coated and heated through.
6. While the jackfruit is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in another skillet or microwave until pliable.
7. To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the BBQ jackfruit on each tortilla.
8. Top with sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and avocado.
9. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Jackfruit is rich in dietary fiber, which supports digestive health.
• Low in calories and fat, making it a great option for weight management.

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