Korean BBQ Jackfruit Tacos {Vegan + Gluten-Free}

Ever since I discovered the magical plant that is jackfruit, I’ve been dreaming up different ways I could prepare it. Of course tacos came to mind because…well…tacos. These Korean BBQ Jackfruit Tacos are packed with flavor but also completely plant-based!

Korean BBQ Jackfruit Tacos

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup liquid aminos (or soy sauce)
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1-2 Prince of Peace ginger chews, original flavor
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp sriracha
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 9oz shredded jackfruit (thawed if frozen, drained if canned. I used 1 bag of lightly seasoned Jackfruit Co)
• salt & pepper to taste
• 6-8 corn tortillas, warmed
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or cabbage slaw
• fresh cilantro to garnish
• lime wedges to garnish

Directions:

1. In a bowl combine liquid aminos, coconut sugar, garlic, sesame oil, vinegar, ketchup and sriracha. Whisk together.
2. In a separate bowl whisk together water and cornstarch, then whisk that into the BBQ sauce mixture.
3. Heat a large saucepan on medium heat. Add BBQ sauce mixture and Prince of Peace Ginger chew(s), whisking as they melt into the sauce.
4. Add the jackfruit and coat it completely with the BBQ sauce. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for at least 15 minutes. Season with salt & pepper and add water as needed (if it seems to be drying out).
5. Assemble tacos on the warmed tortilla with the jackfruit, slaw, fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

I won’t lie – I’m pretty picky when it comes to meat alternatives – but jackfruit is hands down my favorite way to go meatless. It’s a PLANT so soy and no weird processing. I personally prefer using the brand Jackfruit Company over canned (canned jackfruit can have kind of a funky/tangy flavor).

As always, if you make these Korean BBQ Jackfruit Tacos or any of my other recipes, be sure to tag me on Instagram so I can see how it turned out! xx

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