Vegan Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these Vegan Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro! This plant-based twist on a classic street food favorite features tender, shredded jackfruit perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, zesty orange and lime juices, and aromatic spices. Simmered to perfection, the jackfruit achieves a savory, meaty texture that’s irresistibly delicious. Nestled in warm, soft flour tortillas, each taco is topped with crisp diced onion and fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness. Serve with lime wedges to add a bright, citrusy kick just before you dig in. These vegan tacos are quick to prepare, ready in under an hour, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or taco night that everyone—vegan or not—will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Vegan broth
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 small Flour tortillas
• 1 medium White onion, diced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned young green jackfruit thoroughly. Pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.

Step 2

Use your hands or a fork to shred the jackfruit pieces to create a pulled pork-like texture.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the edges begin to brown.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan broth, orange juice, lime juice, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Pour the mixture over the jackfruit in the skillet, stirring to coat evenly. Let it simmer on low heat for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce. Stir occasionally.

Step 7

While the jackfruit simmers, warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat or wrap them in foil and heat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Once the jackfruit mixture is tender and flavorful, remove it from the heat.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by placing a generous spoonful of the vegan carnitas on each flour tortilla.

Step 10

Top with diced white onion and freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.4

Total Fat 49.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3182.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.2g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 31.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 702.0mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 3246.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 57.7%