The Street Fiesta Pulled Jackfruit Tacos

I made these for the vegetarian in the family and he loved them – it was a nice break from the constant beans. I like the shredded jackfruit from Upton’s Naturals – their ingredient list is very clean with just jackfruit and a few spices added. The Avocado-Lime Cream was a HUGE hit with the entire family.

Ingredients

Pulled Jackfruit

• 2 (7 oz) packages Upton’s Naturals shredded jackfruit (or 2 cans young green jackfruit in brine, drained and shredded)
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• ¼ cup vegetable broth (corn-free)

Bright Green Avocado-Lime Crema

• 1 ripe avocado
• 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons water
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves

For Serving

• 8 Siete grain-free tortillas (soft cassava flour tortillas work perfectly, or use their hard taco shells for extra crunch)
• ½ red onion, finely diced
• 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Lime wedges
• Hot sauce of choice (ensure corn-free)

Instructions

1. Prep the jackfruit: If using Upton’s Naturals shredded jackfruit, simply open the packages and it’s ready to use. If using canned jackfruit, drain and rinse thoroughly, then use your hands or a fork to shred it into pulled meat-like strands. Remove any tough core pieces — you want just the stringy, tender parts.
2. Sauté the aromatics: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Season the jackfruit: Add the shredded jackfruit to the pan along with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat everything evenly with the spices.
4. Braise: Add coconut aminos, lime juice, and vegetable broth. Let it simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated and the jackfruit has absorbed all the flavors.
5. Make the bright green crema: While the jackfruit cooks, blend the avocado, lime juice, water, salt, and cilantro until smooth and bright green. The mixture should be pourable but thick. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
6. Warm the Siete tortillas: If using soft Siete tortillas, warm them in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted. If using Siete hard taco shells, you can use them straight from the package.
7. Assemble: Spoon the seasoned jackfruit into the Siete tortillas. Top with a generous drizzle of the bright green avocado crema, diced red onion, shredded cabbage, and fresh cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Tips

• Upton’s Naturals jackfruit: For best results, get the already-shredded jackfruit from Upton’s Naturals – it’s perfectly textured and saves you time. Their ingredient list is super clean with just jackfruit and minimal spices. Find it in the refrigerated section at Whole Foods, Target, or health food stores. If Upton’s Naturals isn’t available, you can use canned young green jackfruit in brine and shred it yourself using the technique below.
• Siete tortilla options: Siete makes excellent grain-free tortillas from cassava flour that are perfect for these tacos. Their soft tortillas are flexible and have great texture, while their hard taco shells provide a satisfying crunch. Both are completely corn-free and allergen-friendly.
• Where to find Siete: You can find Siete products at most major grocery stores (Whole Foods, Target, Kroger) in the health food or Mexican food aisles, or order online. They’re worth seeking out for their quality and clean ingredients.
• Jackfruit texture (if using canned): Make sure to buy young green jackfruit in brine or water, NOT the ripe sweet jackfruit in syrup. The young jackfruit has the perfect meaty texture for savory dishes.
• Shredding technique (if using canned): Use your hands to pull the jackfruit apart — it naturally separates into strands that look remarkably like pulled pork. Don’t worry about making it perfect; irregular pieces add to the authentic pulled meat texture.
• Bright green crema: The avocado-lime mixture should be a vibrant green color. If it looks pale, add more fresh cilantro and ensure your avocado is perfectly ripe.
• Allergen-free guarantee: This recipe is completely free of gluten, corn, eggs, soy, and MSG. Siete tortillas are specifically designed to be free of all major allergens while still tasting amazing.
• Make ahead: The seasoned jackfruit actually tastes better the next day as the flavors meld. Store in the fridge and reheat gently. Make the bright green crema fresh for best color and flavor.