TACOS DE JACKFRUIT

jackfruit

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned jackfruit

Canned jackfruit is often more affordable and provides a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a cost-effective alternative.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Flour tortillas are usually less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sour cream can be a more budget-friendly topping.

Drain and rinse jackfruit, then shred it with a fork to resemble pulled meat.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add shredded jackfruit, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.

Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until jackfruit is heated through and slightly caramelized.

Add lime juice and stir to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Warm corn tortillas in a separate skillet over low heat until pliable, about 30 seconds per side.

Assemble tacos by placing jackfruit mixture on tortillas.

Top with sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and shredded red cabbage.

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

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