Jerk Jackfruit Tacos with Pickled Red Onions
Shredded young jackfruit roasted in fiery jerk marinade, tucked into warm corn tortillas with sharp pink onions and lime.
Made with Pickled red onions (cebollas encurtidas) and Corn tortillas from masa harina and Jerk marinade. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.16 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Estimated nutrition per serving
- 501kcal
- 79.5gcarbs
- 31gof which sugars
- 16.7gfat
- 3.8gsaturates
- 10.6gprotein
- 12.6gfibre
- 1.5gsalt
A rough estimate worked out from the ingredients, for the serving size above. It is a guide only and not medical advice. If you count carbs or manage diabetes, check with your own tools and your care team.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Drain the jackfruit well, squeeze out the water and cut off the hard cores. Pull the rest apart into shreds with your fingers.
- 2
Toss the shredded jackfruit with the oil and 100 ml of your ready made jerk marinade (see the base recipe) in a roasting tin.
- 3
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway, until the edges are sticky and slightly charred.
27 min 30 s - 4
Meanwhile, toss the red cabbage with the lime juice and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- 5
Warm your ready made corn tortillas (see the base recipe) one at a time in a dry frying pan for 30 seconds on each side, then wrap them in a clean tea towel to keep warm.
- 6
Fill each tortilla with jackfruit, cabbage, avocado and your ready made pickled red onions (see the base recipe). Finish with coriander and serve with lime wedges.
Tips
- Buy young green jackfruit in water or brine, not in syrup. The syrup kind is sweet and ruins the dish.
- Squeezing the jackfruit dry is the key step. Wet pieces steam instead of roasting and will not crisp.
- Add a spoonful of dairy free coconut yoghurt on top for a cooling contrast to the heat.
Storing and freezing
Roasted jackfruit keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheats well in a hot oven or frying pan until steaming hot. Assemble the tacos fresh, as the tortillas go soggy. The filling freezes for up to 2 months.
Questions
Where do I buy young green jackfruit in the UK?
Most large supermarkets stock it in tins in the world foods aisle, and Asian grocers have it cheaply. Check the tin says young or green jackfruit in water or brine, not ripe jackfruit in syrup.
Are these tacos vegan?
Yes. The jackfruit, jerk marinade, corn tortillas and pickled onions are all vegan, and so are the toppings listed. They are also gluten free, dairy free, egg free and nut free.
Can I use shop bought tortillas?
Yes. Check the label says 100 percent corn if you need them gluten free. Warm them in a dry pan so they stay pliable and do not crack when folded.
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Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
