Jackfruit Tacos with Slaw Recipe
Tacos without meat? Oh, honey, yes! Jackfruit is here to blow your mind with its meaty texture and smoky, spiced flavor. These tacos are juicy, packed with bold seasonings, and topped with a crunchy slaw for the perfect balance. They come together in no time, making them ideal for busy nights or when you just want to impress someone. Plus, they’re way healthier than fast food and won’t leave you in a food coma. Grab a tortilla, load it up, and get ready for your new favorite taco fix!
Jackfruit Tacos with Slaw Recipe
Tender, smoky jackfruit piled into warm tortillas and topped with a crisp, zesty slaw. Bold flavors, easy to make, and 100% vegan.
Ingredients
For the Jackfruit Filling:
- 1 can 20 oz young jackfruit, drained and shredded
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp lime juice
For the Slaw:
- 2 cups cabbage shredded
- ½ cup carrots julienned
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For Serving:
- 8 small corn tortillas
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 avocado sliced
Instructions
Sauté the Jackfruit
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Season and Simmer
- Stir in garlic, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
- Add shredded jackfruit, tomato paste, and broth.
- Simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
Prepare the Slaw
- Combine cabbage, carrots, and red onion in a bowl.
- Add lime juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Toss well and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
- Fill each tortilla with jackfruit mixture.
- Top with slaw, avocado, and cilantro.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Squeeze extra lime on top and devour immediately!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 30%
- Iron: 15%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Folate: 12%
- Potassium: 10%
Tips for the Best Jackfruit Tacos
- Use canned young jackfruit, not the sweet kind!
- For extra flavor, let the jackfruit sit in the spices for 30 minutes.
- Add a spicy kick with jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Store leftovers separately and reheat in a skillet for freshness.
