Spicy and sweet vegan tacos featuring tender, slow-cooked jerk jackfruit, topped with a refreshing mango salsa and creamy avocado crema.

Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 4

Ingredients

For the Jerk Jackfruit:

• 20 ounces (565g) young green jackfruit in brine or water, drained and shredded
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
• 1 onion (150g), chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons (30g) jerk seasoning
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Mango Salsa:

• 1 ripe mango, diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely diced
• 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced
• 1/4 cup (30g) chopped cilantro
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Avocado Crema:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup (60ml) plant-based milk (such as almond or soy milk)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

To serve:

• 8 corn or flour tortillas, warmed
• Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the jerk jackfruit: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened. Add garlic, jerk seasoning, smoked paprika, allspice, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.
2. Add shredded jackfruit and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20-30 minutes, or until jackfruit is tender and sauce has thickened. Stir in lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
3. Make the mango salsa: While the jackfruit is cooking, combine all salsa ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Make the avocado crema: In a blender, combine avocado, plant-based milk, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
5. Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas. Divide jerk jackfruit among tortillas. Top with mango salsa and avocado crema.
6. Serve: Serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side.

Suggested Drinks

Red Stripe Beer: A classic Jamaican lager with a light and refreshing flavor that complements the spiciness of the jerk jackfruit.

Sauvignon Blanc: The zesty acidity and tropical fruit notes of Sauvignon Blanc perfectly balance the richness of the jackfruit and avocado crema.

Non-Alcoholic Option

Ginger Beer: The spiciness and effervescence of ginger beer provide a refreshing contrast to the sweet and savory flavors of the tacos.