Jamaica Jerk Jack Fruit Tacos

Prep Time 10 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Total Time 35 minutes

Author Yup, it's Vegan

Ingredients

2 20 oz. cans green jackfruit in brine thoroughly rinsed and drained

1 tbsp olive oil

1 bunch scallions finely chopped; green and white parts divided

5 cloves garlic minced

1 habanero pepper minced (see notes)

1/2 inch fresh ginger minced or grated

2 tbsp Jamaican jerk spice plus more to taste

2 tbsp freshly-squeezed lime juice

1 tbsp tomato paste

2 tbsp coconut sugar (or other sweetener)

3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce

1/2 tsp liquid smoke (optional)

To assemble Jamaican jerk jackfruit tacos:

6 corn tortillas warmed in a skillet if desired

2 ripe avocados diced

1 cup salsa of choice (pictured is mango salsa)

fresh cilantro (optional)

vegan mayo, sour cream, or other creamy dressing (optional)

Instructions

Start by prepping the jackfruit. Open the can and pour the jackfruit into a strainer; rinse well. Go through the jackfruit and remove all of the seeds and the compartments around the seeds (see photo for an example).

Go through the jackfruit and use your fingers to pull it into "shreds". Set aside any pieces that do not shred easily - generally the thicker stem pieces (see photo for an example). Use your knife to finely chop these pieces and mix them back in with the shreds.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the white parts of the scallions, garlic, habanero pepper, and ginger, along with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the scallions are translucent.

If needed, use a towel to pat excess liquid from the prepped jackfruit. Then add the jackfruit to the pan and stir. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for another 5-6 minutes or until the jackfruit has dried out somewhat.

Add the Jamaican jerk spice to the pan and stir to combine. Cook for about 60 seconds or until fragrant.

Add the lime juice, tomato paste, coconut sugar, soy sauce, and liquid smoke (if using) to the pan, and stir. Simmer until most of the liquid is cooked off, about 15 minutes. Stir in the rest of the green onions. Season to taste with additional salt, Jerk spice, lime juice and soy sauce. Serve hot.

To assemble Jamaican jerk jackfruit tacos:

Take each corn tortilla and fill it with a large scoop of Jamaican jerk jackfruit. Top with diced avocado, salsa, and cilantro and sauce if desired.