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    Jackfruit Tacos

    Author: Amy Fulwood | Published: Oct 17, 2019 | Modified: Oct 5, 2024

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    Jackfruit tacos are an easy Mexican inspired dinner made using canned jackfruit and a spicy chipotle sauce. Serve these vegan pulled pork style tacos for a simple weeknight meal. 

    I am allll about these veggie tacos 😍

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    Close up of vegan tacos with jackfruit topped with coriander

    Spicy Jackfruit Tacos

    Jackfruit has become a bit of an obsession for Will since we first tried it for these pulled jackfruit sandwiches. It's so good at taking on flavour that I knew straight away that I wanted to try it with some classic Mexican spices. 

    This taco filling is spiced with cumin, chilli powder, smoked paprika and chipotle paste for a super flavourful and slightly spicy mixture which tastes incredible served with all your favourite taco toppings.

    I went with sour cream (although you can leave it off to keep them vegan), fresh coriander leaves and my favourite pink pickled onions which add the most perfect tang to everything. You can find the recipe for those in this tofu sandwich post.

    Jackfruit filling in a blue bowl on a marble surface
    Grey plate of pulled jackfruit tacos topped with coriander on a marble background

    Why we love these vegan tacos with jackfruit

    They're suitable for vegans which makes them a delicious plant based meal perfect for any occasion.

    You can make them as spicy or mild as you like by adjusting the quantities of the spices in the recipe.

    If you want to make this recipe gluten free you could use corn tortillas or serve the filling as a burrito bowl with your favourite grain.

    This is such an easy recipe which involves a lot of hands off time so you can prep whatever toppings you like or just sit back with a glass of wine.

    Overhead shot of pulled jackfruit in toppings with avocado
    Close up of jackfruit tacos with lime and coriander

    Pulled Jackfruit Tacos Ingredients

    Onion and Garlic

    Jackfruit: I used canned jackfruit which is drained and then broken into pieces

    Spices: Cumin, chilli powder, smoked paprika and chipotle paste

    Liquids: Vegetable stock and chopped tomatoes go into this jackfruit 

    Tortilla Wraps: I like flour tortillas but you can use corn if you prefer

    Taco Toppings: Sour cream, salsa, coriander, pickled onions....whatever you like!

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    Spicy Pulled Jackfruit Instructions

    Start the jackfruit: Heat the oil and add the onion and garlic then fry and add the jackfruit and spices. Cook until softened and fragrant then add the liquids and simmer.

    Bake the jackfruit: Spread the jackfruit on a baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes until crispy round the edges.

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    Jackfruit tacos with lime and salt on a grey plate

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    Recipe

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    Jackfruit Tacos

    Jackfruit tacos are an easy Mexican inspired dinner made using canned jackfruit and a spicy chipotle sauce. Serve these vegan pulled pork style tacos for a simple weeknight meal. 
    4.15 from 7 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 249kcal
    Author: Amy Fulwood

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 1 Onion chopped
    • 3 cloves Garlic crushed
    • 2 400g tins Jackfruit drained
    • Salt and Pepper
    • 1 teaspoon Cumin
    • 1 teaspoon Chilli Powder
    • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
    • 2 tablespoon Chipotle Paste
    • 500 ml Vegetable Stock
    • 1 400g tin Chopped Tomatoes
    • 8 Small Wraps
    • Taco Toppings of your choice, to serve
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    Instructions

    • Heat the oven to 180°C/350°F. Heat the oil in a pot over a medium heat, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened. Break up any bigger pieces of jackfruit and add to the onion with the spices and chipotle paste and stir to coat.
    • Add the vegetable stock and tomatoes and bring to a simmer, cook until the jackfruit has broken down, about 30 minutes. Line a baking sheet with baking paper and spread the jackfruit on it. Put in the oven for 20 minutes.
    • Serve in warmed tortillas with toppings of your choice.
    Nutrition Facts
    Jackfruit Tacos
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 249 Calories from Fat 72
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 8g12%
    Saturated Fat 1g5%
    Sodium 743mg31%
    Potassium 952mg27%
    Carbohydrates 45g15%
    Fiber 4g16%
    Sugar 33g37%
    Protein 4g8%
    Vitamin A 1080IU22%
    Vitamin C 33mg40%
    Calcium 82mg8%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Notes

    Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
     
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    Comments

    1. Angela Allison says

      October 18, 2019 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      So amazing!! This recipe makes it easy to be vegan! I absolutely love all of the flavors. Thanks so much for sharing 🙂

      Reply
    2. Jenn says

      October 18, 2019 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      I"ve always wanted to try jackfruit, and this looks like the perfect recipe to try it with! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    3. Heidy L. McCallum says

      October 18, 2019 at 12:04 pm

      5 stars
      I Have always wanted to try Jackfruit yet have not been able to. I noticed my Asian Market does sell it in a tin, so I really think after seeing your lovely looking tacos I am going to buy it next time I go!!! Super excited to taste this recipe.

      Reply
    4. Adrianne says

      October 18, 2019 at 10:43 am

      5 stars
      Oh wow!! These look amazing! I love that they are vegan and they seem so easy to make. This is my kindof recipe!! Can't wait to try it. Cheers!!

      Reply
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