Savory Vegan Birria Tacos Recipe

Are you ready to elevate your taco night? These vegan birria tacos are a game changer in the world of taco recipes. Packed with rich flavors and a hint of spice, they offer a delightful twist on a traditional favorite. Each bite is a mouthwatering experience that even non-vegans will love.

Imagine sinking your teeth into soft corn tortillas filled with a savory filling that’s been slow-cooked to perfection. This dish is not just food; it’s a celebration of flavors that brings everyone together around the table.

Delectable Vegan Birria Tacos

Vegan birria tacos filled with jackfruit, garnished with cilantro, served with consommé, on a rustic table.

These vegan birria tacos are a hearty blend of marinated jackfruit and vegetables, seasoned with aromatic spices and herbs. The tacos are served with a side of flavorful consommé for dipping, making for a deliciously satisfying meal.

Ingredients

1 can young green jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 dried guajillo chiles, seeds removed
1 dried ancho chile, seeds removed
2 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Corn tortillas
Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Jackfruit: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
Blend the Chiles: In a blender, combine guajillo and ancho chiles with vegetable broth. Blend until smooth.
Cook the Jackfruit: Add the rinsed jackfruit to the skillet along with the blended chile mixture, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the jackfruit to absorb the flavors.
Shred the Jackfruit: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the jackfruit into smaller pieces, mixing well with the spices.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm corn tortillas in a skillet. Fill each tortilla with the jackfruit mixture and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve: Enjoy your vegan birria tacos with lime wedges and a side of the remaining consommé for dipping.