These Vegan Jackfruit Tacos are a tropical twist on the classic taco, featuring tender, spiced jackfruit and a refreshing mango slaw. Perfect for summer gatherings, this easy and healthy recipe will impress vegans and non-vegans alike.
- 2 cans young jackfruit (drained and rinsed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup red cabbage (shredded)
- 1 cup green cabbage (shredded)
- 1 ripe mango (julienned or diced)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- Lime wedges (optional)
- 1 Prepare the Jackfruit
Drain and rinse the jackfruit. Remove any hard seeds and shred the jackfruit with your hands or a fork to create a pulled meat texture.
- 2 Cook the Jackfruit
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Add the shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon. Stir to coat evenly.
Add vegetable broth, soy sauce, and maple syrup. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the jackfruit is tender.
- 3 Make the Mango Slaw
In a large bowl, combine shredded red and green cabbage, mango, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil. Toss until well mixed. Season with salt to taste.
- 4 Assemble the Tacos
Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or directly over a flame for a slight char. Fill each tortilla with a generous scoop of jackfruit filling, a handful of mango slaw, and slices of avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
- You can substitute jackfruit with shredded oyster mushrooms for a different texture.
- The mango slaw can be prepared a day in advance for better flavor.
- Leftover jackfruit filling can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.