Breadfruit Tacos
Crispy breadfruit tacos stuffed with savory fillings for a gluten-free, blood-sugar friendly twist on a classic snack.
These breadfruit tacos offer a crispy, slightly sweet exterior and a soft interior that perfectly cradles your favorite taco fillings. Ideal for those watching their blood sugar or avoiding gluten, serve them with fresh salsa and avocado for a refreshing bite.
Method
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Place a large pot of water to boil, add breadfruit, and let it cook for around 30 minutes
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Remove breadfruit from pot and let it cool for a few minutes
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Hold the breadfruit firmly and using a large sharp knife slice into thin rounds
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Slice as many as you need
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Then cut off skin and core (You may leave the core on if you like)
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Gently fold to shape like a taco shell, use two toothpicks to hold it in place.
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Place on a large plate or tray and repeat this process for all breadfruit slices
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Heat oil for deep frying, using a pair of tongs submerge breadfruit slices in pan,
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You can guide slices with tongs if you need to
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You can leave the small toothpicks in the taco shells and remove them after they're cooked. Or, you can do like I did. If your'e using larger toothpicks, you may need to remove them safely. Be very careful as you need to adjust it in the hot oil.
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Remove when golden brown
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Set over tissue paper
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Repeat this for the rest of the shells
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Stuff the shell with your favorite filling. I chose codfish/ salt fish
FAQ
Is «Breadfruit Tacos» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Breadfruit Tacos»?
One serving has 424 kcal, 27 g carbs, 10 g protein and 30.1 g fat. The recipe makes 2 servings.
Is «Breadfruit Tacos» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: умеренная. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.