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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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

Sauté the Jackfruit
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
Season and Simmer
  1. Stir in garlic, paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt.
  2. Add shredded jackfruit, tomato paste, and broth.
  3. Simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
Prepare the Slaw
  1. Combine cabbage, carrots, and red onion in a bowl.
  2. Add lime juice, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Toss well and let it sit for 10 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side.
  2. Fill each tortilla with jackfruit mixture.
  3. Top with slaw, avocado, and cilantro.
  4. Serve and Enjoy
  5. 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.

Final Thought

These tacos prove you don’t need meat for bold, satisfying flavor. They’re messy, delicious, and totally worth it. Go on, take a bite! 🌮