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Flavorful Vegan Birria Tacos

Plant-based, spicy-savory tacos with tender jackfruit, melty vegan cheese, and dipping broth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

For the Birria Filling and Broth:
  • 18 oz young jackfruit drained and shredded
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 16 oz salsa verde
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 ½ tbsp cumin ground
  • 1 tsp coriander ground
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 jalapeños diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
For Serving:
  • Corn tortillas
  • 1 lime wedges
  • Fresh cilantro chopped
  • Vegan sour cream
  • Vegan cotija-style cheese or shredded vegan cheese
  • Optional tortilla strips for garnish

Method
 

  1. Sauté onion, garlic, peppers, and jackfruit in olive oil.
  2. Add broth, salsa verde, and spices; simmer 20–25 minutes.
  3. Toast tortillas and fill with jackfruit mixture and vegan cheese.
  4. Garnish with cilantro, lime, and sour cream; serve with broth.