Jackfruit Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
Shredded young jackfruit sautéed with spices, served in soft corn tortillas topped with fresh pineapple salsa.

Total
25 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup young green jackfruit (canned, drained and shredded)
- 4 pieces corn tortillas (soft)
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat (2 minutes). Add the shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper; sauté, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is lightly browned and heated through, about 5 minutes.
- 2
While the jackfruit cooks, combine diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl; toss gently to make the salsa (2 minutes).
- 3
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for about 30 seconds per side.
- 4
Assemble the tacos by dividing the sautéed jackfruit among the tortillas and topping each with a generous spoonful of pineapple salsa. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
210
11% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 38 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
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