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Jackfruit Meatballs Tacos

Jackfruit Veggie Ball Tacos or Subs. Use these "meatballs" anywhere! Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free, yeast-free, nut-free recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Tacos
Cuisine: fusion
Servings: 12
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

For the jackfruit:

  • 20 oz can jackfruit drained (green jackfruit in brine), or about 2 cups pelled chopped green jackfruit
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

For the Veggie balls:

  • 1 cup chickpea flour
  • 1 hot green chili finely chopped or use cayenne to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1/3 to 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped mint optional or cilantro, or use 1/2 tsp dried fenugreek leaves (kasoori methi)
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1.5 tbsp garlic paste or crushed garlic
  • 1 tbsp ginger paste or grated ginger
  • 1 tsp oil + more as needed
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Instructions

  • For the jackfruit: Combine all the ingredients (jackfruit + water + spices) in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium high heat. about 6 minutes. Cook for another 6 to 7 minutes. Total 14 minutes.
  • Cool slightly, drain and keep aside.
  • For the Veggie Balls: Meanwhile, dry roast 1 cup of chickpea flour in a large skillet over medium low heat. Stir every 2 minutes. about 7 to 8 minutes. or dry roast over medium heat and stir every 30 seconds to avoid burning. 4 to 5 minutes. The flour should start to smell nutty and change color slightly. Keep aside.
  • Using a fork or a food processor shred the boiled and drained jackfruit. Add the spices, ginger, garlic, oil and mix well. Add 3/4 cup chickpea flour and mix well. Add a tbsp flour at a time until the mixture starts to come together, not too sticky, but also not dry. Oil your hands and Shape the mixture by pressing lightly into 1 inch balls.
  • To pan fry, add 1 to 2 tsp oil in a skillet and heat over medium high heat. When hot, add the jackfruit balls and pan fry for 1-2 minutes on all sides. (total 6 to 7 minutes).
  • To Bake: Preheat the oven to 410 degrees F / 210ºc. Place the shaped balls on parchment lined baking sheet. Brush oil on top. Bake for 16 to 18 minutes.
  • I like these balls pan-fried. Serve with marinara and vegan mozzarella in sub sandwich or tacos or over pasta.

Notes

Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 1.3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 0.7mg