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Shredded Jackfruit Carnitas Tacos

Shredded jackfruit carnitas tacos! These are an easy, healthy weeknight dinner recipe. fitnessista.com

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Shredded jackfruit carnitas tacos! These are an easy, healthy weeknight dinner recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 20 oz jackfruit (brined in water), drained and shredded
  • 1/4 red onion, small diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • Juice of 1/2 orange

For serving

  • 6 corn tortillas
  • Minced red onion
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sliced avocado
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. 1. Heat a large saucepan to medium heat and add a little olive oil to the pan. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
  2. 2. Add the jackfruit, oregano, and orange zest. Season well with salt and pepper.
  3. 3. Cook on medium for about 3 minutes, until heated through.
  4. 4. Remove from the heat and stir in the orange juice. Season with extra salt and pepper as needed.
  5. 5. Divide the mixture among the corn tortillas, and top with avocado, cilantro and onion. Plate with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For a meaty version, you can use this same recipe with cooked shredded pork or cooked shredded chicken.

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