INGREDIENTS:
- 2-14 oz cans of jackfruit – ( unseasoned, drained)
- 1-16 oz can Fat Free Refried Beans (vegan)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup bbq sauce, divided into 2 (1/2 cup for sauce & 1/2=cup for serving)
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pinch sea salt
- Tortillas of choice
- Optional garnishes & toppings: shredded carrots, cabbage, avocado, green onion, rice, vegan cheese, salsa, vegan sour cream.
METHOD:
- Heat up olive oil in a large pot on medium-low heat & sauté the diced onion with a pinch of sea salt until translucent. Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, chili powder, oregano, onion powder & garlic powder mixing well.
- Add the drained & rinsed Jackfruit pieces, 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce and 2 cups of water. Bring it all to a simmer, partially cover & let simmer on low heat for 45 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- When it is done, strain the jackfruit. Return it to the pan and remove it from the heat.
- Use a masher to shred the jackfruit & stir in the other 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce, season to taste.
- Heat refried beans, prepare toppings, assemble tacos & devour!
