Vegan Pork Quesadilla

Satisfy your cravings for bold, Mexican-inspired flavors with this irresistible Vegan Pork Quesadilla recipe! This plant-based twist on a classic favorite uses tender, shredded jackfruit as a convincing pork substitute, perfectly spiced with smoky paprika, cumin, and chili powder to deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Layered with gooey, melted vegan cheese and enveloped in crisp, golden corn tortillas, these quesadillas offer the ultimate combination of savory and cheesy goodness. Prepared in just 40 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a quick, satisfying lunch. Finished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, these quesadillas are a zesty, dairy-free delight that will impress vegans and meat-lovers alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (20 oz) Canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 8 small Corn tortillas
• 1 cup, shredded Vegan cheese
• 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
• 1 optional, cut into wedges Lime

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the jackfruit. Using your hands or a fork, shred the jackfruit to resemble pulled pork.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until it becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and season with smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili powder. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the soy sauce and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit begins to brown slightly.

Step 7

Mix in the nutritional yeast, stirring to ensure the jackfruit is evenly coated. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 8

In a separate clean skillet, heat over medium. Place a corn tortilla in the skillet.

Step 9

Sprinkle a small amount of shredded vegan cheese onto one half of the tortilla.

Step 10

Top with a generous portion of the jackfruit mixture and a bit more cheese.

Step 11

Fold the tortilla over the filling and press gently.

Step 12

Cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until the tortilla is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.

Step 14

Serve the quesadillas hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges on the side for squeezing if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1261.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1440.0

Total Fat 56.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2435.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.3g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 32.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 376.9mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 3881.8mg	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: 35.2%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 55.8%