Need A Quick Dinner Idea? Try These Easy, Vegan Jackfruit Tacos

Once you rinse and drain the jackfruit, it is important to remove the pits. You will see them, they look like little seeds but are not as hard. Next, you need to quickly buzz the jackfruit in a food processor. This step is important because it chops the jackfruit to evenly sized pieces.Finally, using a paper towel or clean kitchen cloth, be sure to squeeze out any excess moisture before adding the jackfruit to the pan to get lightly browned. 

1 box jackfruit–about 10 ounces (I use Upton's Naturals brand)½ large white or yellow onion diced small (about ¾ cup)½ packet taco seasoning½ sliced fresh jalapeño1 avocado sliced thin2 limes cut into wedges1 ear of corn grilled and sliced off the cobFresh cilantro, rough chopStreet taco tortillas, soft tortillas, or hard shell will work too

4 tablespoons sour cream vegan2 teaspoons hot sauce franks2 teaspoons lime juice fresh squeezed

Remove the jackfruit from the container. I use Upton's Naturals (original flavor), which comes in a box. It's lightly soaked in a small amount of liquid, so I rinse and drain it in a colander. If you use canned jackfruit, be sure to rinse it well. Canned jackfruit can be salty, so make sure it is well rinsed and all of the brine is removed.Take the jackfruit out of the colander and remove the pits. Next, add the jackfruit to a food processor or blender. Buzz it up for a few seconds until the jackfruit is all the same size. It will resemble canned tuna or shredded crabmeat.Remove the jackfruit from the food processor and place it on paper towel or clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out any excess moisture.Gently spray a sauté pan with cooking spray. Add the jackfruit and the diced onion to a large sauté pan with sides and cook it over medium heat. Once the onions begin to turn translucent, add the taco seasoning. I used a ½ packet, but follow your heart. Stir until well combined.Once the jackfruit and onions are slightly crispy, you'll remove the mixture from the heat. Set aside.Next, heat your tortillas so they are soft and pliable. I like to quickly char mine over the stovetop, but be very careful if you do this.Next, you will grill your corn and carefully cut it away from the cob. Set aside. Canned corn or cooked frozen corn will work fine too!Thinly slice your fresh jalapeño and roughly chop some fresh cilantro. Cut the limes into wedges and set aside.To make some spicy lime crema: Simply take vegan sour cream, hot sauce, and lime juice and stir until well combined. For a thinner crema, add more lime juice.To assemble the tacos: Lay your tortilla down; add some jackfruit onion taco "meat." Top with the grilled corn, jalapeño, avocado slices, cilantro, and lime wedges. Serve with the crema on the side or on top! Serve immediately and enjoy.