Slow Cooker Jackfruit Tacos Recipe
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This slow cooker jackfruit tacos recipe will satisfy your cravings for carnitas tacos with almost no effort. It’s so good, even meat lovers will be hooked!
Make vegan taco nights effortless with 2 cans of jackfruit!
With its tender texture and mild flavor, jackfruit slow-cooked with spices becomes a surprisingly delicious pulled pork alternative.
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Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Jackfruit Tacos Recipe
- This slow cooker jackfruit tacos recipe is perfect for your busy weeknight and lazy weekend dinner rotation. It’s mostly hands-free, and the leftovers taste just as amazing!
- The canned jackfruit carnitas are as tender and flavorful as pulled pork, making them great for more than just tacos.
- Thanks to simple plant-based ingredients, these vegan pulled pork tacos are wholesome and budget-friendly!
Ingredients And Substitutions
Yellow onion and garlic – You don’t need to cook them separately! The slow cooking process of this vegan carnitas recipe brings out their delicious flavors.
Canned green jackfruit – Meatless tacos that hit the spot are possible, thanks to young jackfruit pieces as meat substitute! They soak up all the flavors beautifully, and their tender, meaty texture is surprisingly similar to pulled pork!
Coconut sugar – A touch of sweetness balances the savory flavors of the slow cooker jackfruit tacos. Brown sugar also works.
Oregano, kosher salt, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper – A mix of these common pantry herbs and spices will infuse the jackfruit with a satisfying blend of savory, earthy, and smoky flavors.
Fresh orange juice – Lends a bright citrus flavor to the vegan jackfruit carnitas tacos.
To add more depth to your shredded jackfruit tacos, add fire-roasted tomatoes, bay leaves, or liquid smoke!
For serving:
Tortillas – Any kind of tortilla will be the perfect holder for the jackfruit taco meat.
Coleslaw mix, avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and salsa – Add your favorite taco toppings! Read on for more ideas.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Don’t Use Ripe Jackfruit
Make sure your canned jackfruit is young, green, or unripe. Ripe jackfruit is too sweet and soft for vegan taco meat.
Make Crispy Jackfruit Carnitas
For crispy slow cooker jackfruit carnitas, broil them in the oven for 5 minutes or until the jackfruit is lightly browned and charred to your liking!
Toppings to Try
What toppings go on jackfruit tacos? You can add some shredded lettuce, pickled red onions, and a drizzle of non-dairy sour cream on top of these vegan tacos. Don’t forget to serve with some lime wedges for a squeeze of fresh lime juice!
Jackfruit Tacos Recipe FAQs
Can I use fresh jackfruit for this slow cooker jackfruit tacos recipe?
We haven’t tried using fresh jackfruit yet, but it should work for slow cooker jackfruit carnitas. Canned jackfruit is just more accessible, and you won’t have to deal with the extra work and mess of peeling and slicing.
Can you use frozen jackfruit for vegan pulled pork tacos?
We’ve only used canned jackfruit in brine for jackfruit pulled pork tacos. But if you’re using frozen jackfruit, thaw it in the fridge overnight and squeeze out the excess water before slow cooking.
Do I need to rinse canned jackfruit?
Yes, and don’t skip this step! Rinse the canned jackfruit thoroughly to remove the briny, salty flavor, which can be unappealing in slow cooker jackfruit tacos.
Where else can you use jackfruit carnitas?
Besides meatless tacos, you can also use slow cooker jackfruit carnitas in sandwiches, rice bowls, nachos, burritos, and enchiladas.
How long do jackfruit tacos last?
You can keep these jackfruit vegan tacos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the jackfruit carnitas meat for up to 3 months.
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Slow Cooker Jackfruit Tacos Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 2 20-oz cans jackfruit, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
For serving:
Instructions
- Stir together the onion, garlic, and jackfruit in the bowl of the slow cooker.
- In another small bowl, combine the coconut sugar, seasonings, spices, and orange juice. Pour the mixture into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on Low for 7 to 9 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
- Shred the jackfruit with two forks.
- To assemble, fill your tortillas with the vegan jackfruit carnitas and top with coleslaw mix, avocados, cilantro, and salsa. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure your canned jackfruit is young, green, or unripe. Ripe jackfruit is too sweet and soft for vegan taco meat.
- For crispy slow cooker jackfruit carnitas, broil them in the oven for 5 minutes or until the jackfruit is lightly browned and charred to your liking!
- What toppings go on jackfruit tacos? You can add some shredded lettuce, pickled red onions, and a drizzle of non-dairy sour cream on top of these vegan tacos. Don’t forget to serve with some lime wedges for a squeeze of fresh lime juice!
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