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Jackfruit Tacos with Chimichurri Sauce

Jackfruit is one of the newest trends among vegetarians and vegans. Even some meat eaters are excited about jackfruit. What is jackfruit? it’s a relative to the fig family and grows in Asia, Africa, and Brazil. It contains no cholesterol, very low in sodium and calories in general. Even though the fruit itself is not loaded with protein, but eat the seeds as they have more protein than the actual fruit. In this recipe, the stems and seeds are removed, but enjoy them separately…with BBQ sauce! Here is the nutritional count:

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Jackfruit is one of the newest trends among vegetarians and vegans. Even some meat eaters are excited about jackfruit. What is jackfruit? it’s a relative to the fig family and grows in Asia, Africa, and Brazil. It contains no cholesterol, very low in sodium and calories in general. Even though the fruit itself is not loaded with protein, but eat the seeds as they have more protein than the actual fruit. In this recipe, the stems and seeds are removed, but enjoy them separately…with BBQ sauce! Here is the nutritional count:

Two cups contain 310 calories and boast the following lineup of vitamins and minerals:

  • Fiber: 6 grams

  • Protein: 5.6 grams

  • Vitamin A: 20% of Recommended Daily Intake (RDI)

  • Vitamin C: 36% of RDI

  • Riboflavin: 22% of RDI

  • Magnesium: 30% of RDI

  • Potassium: 28% of RDI

  • Copper: 30% of RDI

  • Manganese: 32% of RDI

Jackfruit Tacos with Chimichurri Sauce

ingredients:

For the tacos:

  • 1 10-ounce can green jackfruit in water or brine

  • 1/4 cup water

  • 1 yellow onion, sliced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 lime, juiced

  • 1 TBSP chili powder

  • 2 tsp cumin

  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

  • 1/4 tsp pink salt

  • 1/2 cup water

For the Chimichurri Sauce:

  • 1 cup fresh cilantro

  • 1/2 cup fresh Italian parsley

  • 1/2 cup olive oil

  • 1/4 cup lime juice

  • 4 cloves, garlic

  • 1/2 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp pink salt

  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Additional ingredients:

  • 4 taco shells

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 1/4 red onion, sliced

  • lime wedges

Directions:

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  1. To prepare the jackfruit, drain and rinse. Remove hard stems and seeds. Using either a potato masher or your hands, break apart the fruit so it looks shredded. Set aside

  2. Warm 1/4 cup water in a skillet. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant. Add spices and lime juice, stirring to combine.

  3. Add 1/2 cup water and jackfruit. Continue sautéing until heated thorough. Add additional water if gets too dry. Set aside and keep warm

  4. To prepare chimichurri sauce: Add all ingredients in a food processor and whirl until smooth and evenly combined. Move to a separate bowl.

  5. To assemble: place 1/4 of warm jackfruit in a taco shell, layer with red onion, avocado and top with chimichurri sauce and lime.

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