Jackfruit Carnitas Recipe

Recipe By EatingWell

Jackfruit, a tropical fruit with a dense, meatlike texture, absorbs the flavor of spices and sauces well. In these jackfruit carnitas tacos, the meat substitute is simmered in a spicy sauce and shredded for a nearly authentic vegan carnitas.

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Non Vegdiet
1hr 40minstotal
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Jackfruit Carnitas
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Ingredients for Jackfruit Carnitas Recipe

  • 1/2 can Green jackfruit in brine, rinsed and coarsely shredded
  • 1/4 cup Chopped white onion
  • 0.13 cup Water
  • 0.06 cup Orange juice
  • 1/4 tablespoon Minced chipotle in adobo sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1/4 tablespoon Light brown sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 0.06 cup Lime juice plus 2 tablespoons, divided
  • 0.06 teaspoon Kosher Salt Plus 1/8 Teaspoon, Divided
  • 3/4 tablespoon Olive Oil, Divided
  • 1 cup Thinly sliced green cabbage
Nutrition
value
183
calories per serving
12 g Fat7 g Protein11 g Carbs7 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    12g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Carbs
    11g
  • Fiber
    7g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    11g
  • Protein
    7g
  • Fiber
    7g

Fats

  • Fat
    12g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    285mg
  • Iron
    6mg
  • Vitamin A
    461mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    129mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    90mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    105mg
  • Manganese
    2mg
  • Phosphorus
    110mg
  • Selenium
    6mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By EatingWell