Vegan Gluten-Free High Protein Dairy-Free

Vegan Pork Tacos with Cashew Cheese

Indulge in these savory vegan tacos filled with flavorful shredded jackfruit, topped with creamy homemade cashew cheese and fresh toppings, perfect for any taco night.

⏱️ 20 minutes Prep Time
🍳 30 minutes Cook Time
🍽️ 4 Servings
🎯 Medium Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts

Per serving

350Calories
12gProtein
45gCarbs
15gFat

Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 2 cups young green jackfruit, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for 4 hours
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

  1. Begin by preparing the cashew cheese. Drain the soaked cashews and blend them with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sautu00e9 until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and has absorbed the spices.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or directly over the flame until pliable.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of the jackfruit mixture on each tortilla.
  7. Top with cashew cheese, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Health Benefits

Nutritional advantages of this recipe

  • Jackfruit is a great source of dietary fiber, aiding digestion.
  • Cashews provide healthy fats and protein for muscle health.
  • Rich in antioxidants, cherry tomatoes help reduce inflammation.
  • Avocado adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.