Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of these Best Vegan Birria Tacos, a plant-based take on the beloved Mexican dish. Traditionally made with meat, this vegan version features jackfruit as a delicious and satisfying meat substitute, soaked in a flavorful and aromatic birria broth. With warm, soft tortillas, melty vegan cheese, and a side of consomé for dipping, these tacos offer a taste experience that’s both comforting and authentic. Let’s dive into creating this delectable vegan twist on a classic dish.
Full Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Jackfruit Filling:
- 2 cans young green jackfruit in water or brine, drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 dried guajillo chilies, seeds removed and soaked in hot water
- 2 dried ancho chilies, seeds removed and soaked in hot water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Consomé:
- Reserved birria broth from cooking jackfruit
- Chopped fresh cilantro and onion for garnish
For Assembling Tacos:
- Corn tortillas
- Vegan cheese of choice (cheddar or Oaxaca style)
- Chopped fresh cilantro and onion for topping
Instructions:
- Prepare Jackfruit:
- Rinse and drain the jackfruit. Shred it with your hands or a fork to achieve a pulled meat texture.
- Make Birria Broth:
- In a blender, combine soaked guajillo and ancho chilies (discard the soaking water), minced garlic, tomato paste, oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, and ground cloves. Blend until smooth. In a large pot, sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add the shredded jackfruit and pour the blended chili mixture over it. Stir to coat.
- Cook Jackfruit:
- Pour in the vegetable broth, season with salt and pepper, and simmer for 30-40 minutes until the jackfruit is tender and has absorbed the flavors. Reserve some broth for the consomé.
- Blend Consomé:
- Blend the reserved birria broth until smooth. Strain to remove any solids and set aside.
- Assemble Tacos:
- Heat corn tortillas. Fill each tortilla with the birria jackfruit, vegan cheese, and fresh cilantro and onion.
- Serve with Consomé:
- Serve the Vegan Birria Tacos with a side of the consomé for dipping. Garnish with additional cilantro and onion.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Makes about 8 tacos):
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Total Carbohydrates: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 7g
- Sugars: 4g
- Net Carbs: 35g
