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Tacos de Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos)

Tacos de Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos)

Cost $10, save $20

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  • 17 Min
  • 18 Servings
  • $10

INGREDIENTS

  • Main ingredients

    • 8 ounces dried hibiscus flowers
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 🧅 1 onion, chopped
    • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 🧂 Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • 18 corn tortillas

  • Salsa verde

    • 10 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
    • 🥑 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
    • 🧅 ¼ onion, chopped
    • 2 serrano peppers
    • 🧄 1 clove garlic
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
    • 🧂 Salt to taste

  • Toppings

    • 🍍 2 slices fresh pineapple, chopped
    • 🧅 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • ½ bunch cilantro, chopped
    • 🍋 2 limes, cut into wedges

STEPS

1

Rinse hibiscus very well to remove dust. Place cleaned hibiscus in a pot, cover with water, and boil for 10 minutes over medium heat. Remove from heat and let steep for at least 2 hours until soft. Drain well.

2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in drained hibiscus, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until hibiscus is deep red.

3

Prepare salsa verde: Blend tomatillos, avocado, ¼ chopped onion, serrano peppers, garlic, and chopped cilantro until smooth. Season with salt to taste.

4

Warm corn tortillas in a skillet. Assemble tacos by dividing hibiscus mixture, topping with pineapple, chopped onion, and cilantro. Serve with salsa verde and lime wedges.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

101

Calories

  • 2
    Protein
  • 17
    Carbs
  • 3
    Fats

💡 Ensure the hibiscus flowers are rinsed thoroughly to avoid any bitterness.You can prepare the hibiscus mixture and salsa verde ahead of time for meal prep.For a spicier salsa, add another serrano pepper or substitute with jalapeño.Use a cast-iron skillet to warm your tortillas for an authentic taste.