Description
Vegan Jackfruit Tamales are a flavorful twist on a traditional favorite, featuring tender, shredded jackfruit seasoned with bold spices and wrapped in soft, fluffy masa. Steamed in corn husks, these tamales are rich, savory, and perfect for gatherings, holidays, or meal prep.
Ingredients
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For the Masa Dough
- 2 cups masa harina
- 1 ½ – 2 cups vegetable broth (warm)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the Jackfruit Filling
- 2 cups young green jackfruit (canned, drained and shredded)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
- 2–3 tablespoons red chili sauce or salsa verde
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until soft.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add shredded jackfruit, cumin, paprika, and chili powder.
- Pour in tomato sauce and broth.
- Simmer for 10–12 minutes until tender and flavorful.
2️⃣ Make the Masa Dough
- In a bowl, mix masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
- Add vegetable oil and broth gradually.
- Mix until a soft, spreadable dough forms.
3️⃣ Assemble the Tamales
- Spread 2–3 tablespoons of masa onto each corn husk.
- Add a spoonful of jackfruit filling in the center.
- Fold sides inward, then fold the bottom up to seal.
4️⃣ Steam the Tamales
- Arrange tamales upright in a steamer.
- Steam for 60–75 minutes until the masa is firm.
5️⃣ Serve
Let cool slightly, then serve warm with salsa or vegan crema.
- Prep Time: PT30M
- Cook Time: PT1H15M
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tamale
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg