Description
Easy Jackfruit Tacos are a vibrant, satisfying meal that brings together the unique texture of jackfruit with a creamy poblano sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to whip up but also packed with flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time and endless opportunities for customization, these tacos are sure to be a hit at your table. Enjoy them with fresh toppings like avocado and cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 medium poblano pepper, cut into chunks
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter
- 1 (14oz) can jackfruit, drained
- 1/2 cup sweet yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Tortillas of choice
- Optional toppings: avocado, red onion, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Soak 1 cup of raw cashews in boiling water for 15-30 minutes. Drain and blend with 3/4 cup almond milk, 1 poblano pepper (chunked), 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 tablespoon lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt until smooth.
- Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, melt vegan butter. Sauté 1/2 cup diced sweet yellow onion until translucent, then add 1 tablespoon minced garlic and 1 can drained jackfruit. Shred jackfruit gently while cooking; season with lemon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas briefly on a skillet. Fill each tortilla with the jackfruit mixture and drizzle the creamy poblano sauce over the top. Add optional toppings like sliced avocado, red onion, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg