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Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos
Author:
Kaileigh Gaffney
Yield:
8
tacos
These Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos have a delicious flavor and are such an easy weeknight meal! They're ready in just 25 minutes!
Prep Time:
5
minutes
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Cook Time:
20
minutes
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Total Time:
25
minutes
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2
20-ounce cans green jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
1 1/2
teaspoons
cumin
1 1/2
teaspoons
oregano
1/2
teaspoon
chili powder
1/2
teaspoon
smoked paprika
1/2
teaspoon
salt
1
tablespoon
orange juice
1
tablespoon
lime juice
,
or 2 tablespoons if you like it extra tangy
3
cloves
garlic
,
minced
2
teaspoons
maple syrup
1
teaspoon
coconut aminos
1/2
cup
cilantro
,
chopped
1
tablespoon
olive oil
1/2
cup
onion
,
diced
1
15.5-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
8
corn tortillas
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the drained jackfruit with cumin, oregano, chili powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, garlic, maple syrup, coconut aminos, and cilantro. Set aside.
Heat a large pan over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes.
Add the jackfruit mixture and sauté for about 10 minutes. As it softens, use a wooden spoon to break it apart so it resembles shredded meat.
Pour the citrus mixture over the jackfruit and stir to combine. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes to let the flavors come together.
Stir in the black beans at the end and mix well.
While the filling cooks, warm the corn tortillas on a griddle or in the microwave. (Optional: lightly crisp them with a little olive oil on a pan.)
Fill tortillas with the jackfruit carnitas and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
Topping Ideas:
Guacamole
Shredded cabbage
Shredded cheese
Sour cream
(or plain yogurt as a substitute)
Cilantro
Red onion
Pico de gallo or salsa
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
Mexican
Diet:
Gluten Free, Vegan
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