Tacos De Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos) Recipe

Name: Tacos De Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
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; Salsa Verde:; 10 fresh tomatillos, husks removed; 1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced; 1/4 onion, chopped; 2 serrano peppers; 1 clove garlic; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; salt to taste; 18 corn tortillas; Garnish:; 2 slices fresh pineapple, chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped; 2 limes, cut into wedges

Servings: persons

8 ounces dried hibiscus flowers
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Salsa Verde:
10 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and diced
1/4 onion, chopped
2 serrano peppers
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt to taste
18 corn tortillas
Garnish:
2 slices fresh pineapple, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 limes, cut into wedges

1
Rinse hibiscus very well to make sure all dust is removed. Place clean hibiscus in a pot over medium heat, cover with water, and boil for 10 minutes. Remove hibiscus from heat and allow to steep for at least 2 hours, until hibiscus is very soft. Drain well.
2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook 1 onion and 2 cloves garlic until soft and translucent, about 2 minutes. Stir in drained hibiscus and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until hibiscus turns a deep red color.
3
Combine tomatillos, avocado, 1/4 onion, serrano peppers, 1 clove garlic, and 2 tablespoons cilantro; blend until smooth. Season salsa verde with salt.
4
Warm corn tortillas in a skillet. Divide hibiscus mixture amongst tortillas and top with pineapple, onion, and cilantro. Serve with salsa verde and lime.

485

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces dried hibiscus flowers, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Tacos De Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tacos De Jamaica (Vegan Hibiscus Tacos)

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