Delicious Vegan Jackfruit Shawarma Recipe

This vegan jackfruit shawarma recipe is a delicious and flavorful alternative to traditional shawarma. Marinated jackfruit is cooked with a blend of aromatic spices, giving it an incredible taste and texture. Serve it in warm pita bread with your favorite toppings for a satisfying and healthy meal.

Ingredients

• 2 cans of young jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 4 pita breads
• Toppings of your choice: lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, tahini sauce, etc.

Directions

1. Start by preparing the jackfruit. Drain and rinse the young jackfruit thoroughly, removing any seeds or hard pieces. Use your hands or a fork to shred the jackfruit into small pieces.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and slightly golden. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet and mix well with the onions and garlic.
4. In a small bowl, combine the cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, cayenne pepper (optional), salt, and black pepper. Mix these spices together and then add them to the skillet with the jackfruit. Stir everything together until the jackfruit is evenly coated with the spice mixture.
5. Cook the jackfruit over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The jackfruit will start to soften and absorb the flavors of the spices.
6. While the jackfruit is cooking, warm up the pita breads in the oven or on a stovetop griddle.
7. Once the jackfruit reaches a tender and slightly crispy texture, remove it from the heat.
8. To assemble the shawarma, place a scoop of the cooked jackfruit onto the warmed pita bread. Add your choice of toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and tahini sauce.
9. Fold the pita bread in half or roll it up tightly, securing it with foil or parchment paper if needed.
10. Serve the jackfruit shawarma warm and enjoy!

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