Jackfruit Tacos
I love that these jackfruit tacos come together in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients like jackfruit, taco seasoning, and roasted salsa. They’re hearty, flavorful, and perfect for taco night. If you’ve got a can of jackfruit in your pantry, this one’s worth bookmarking.
Servings: 4
Calories: 322kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chopped red onion
- Drizzle of your favorite oil to sauté , or broth if oil free
- 40 ounces jackfruit , about two 20 ounce cans (see note)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¼ - 1 teaspoon sea salt , see note
- 1 cup roasted salsa , homemade or store bought
To serve (optional):
- Tortillas , gluten-free if needed
- Refried beans , homemade or store bought
- Cabbage
- Guacamole or avocado
- Jalapeno
- Lime
- Cilantro
- Cotija or feta cheese
- Sliced green onions
- Salsa
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Sauté onion and oil, or broth if oil free, until onion is soft. About 5 minutes.
- Add the jackfruit, taco seasoning and salt (if using) and saute over medium high heat until browned and crisp on the edges. This takes between 10-15 minutes depending on your stove. You want it crisp to get the right texture. If you stop early it will be soft and mushy.
- Add the salsa and mix until reduced and almost sticky like.
- Remove from heat, and serve with all of your favorite toppings! I highly recommend the refried beans and veggies for an all in one meal.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for making these jackfruit tacos is to shred the jackfruit really well before cooking. Why? because if the pieces are too big, they won’t absorb the seasoning the way they should. I always break it up with a fork so every bite is full of flavor and has that perfect pulled texture.
- Cook out the liquid: After adding the salsa, I let it simmer until most of the moisture is gone. That gives the jackfruit a stickier, more flavorful coating.
- Use a good nonstick or cast iron skillet: This helps get those crispy browned edges without sticking.
- Warm the tortillas before serving: I always warm my tortillas in a dry skillet or wrapped in foil in the oven. It makes them soft, pliable, and ready to hold all the toppings without tearing.
Nutrition
Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 596mg | Potassium: 1596mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 625IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 1mg