Jackfruit Vegan Tacos

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Jackfruit is a great vegan alternative to shredded chicken to use in tacos. These jackfruit tacos are delicious and vegan! Choose your favorite taco toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, cilantro, avocado, vegan cheese, and vegan sour cream.

Submitted by Cassidy Carolino
Published on February 26, 2020
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
3 mins
Total Time:
13 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 (20 ounce) cans jackfruit in brine - drained, rinsed, and cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed

  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix, or to taste

  • 4 taco shells

  • ½ cup salsa, or to taste

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add jackfruit; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon water and taco seasoning; stir until well combined, about 1 minute. Add additional water 1 tablespoon at a time as needed.

  2. Place a small amount of jackfruit in each taco shell; add 2 tablespoons salsa.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

258 Calories
13g Fat
28g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 258
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Sodium 1148mg 50%
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 5g 16%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 2g 3%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 130mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.