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Breadfruit Tacos
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Breadfruit Tacos

Breadfruit Tacos is a classic side that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Breadfruit, Codfish Bulljaw and Lettuce, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. The cooking process allows natural aromas to develop, ensuring each portion is both hearty and flavorful.

Serve as an enticing appetizer with complementary dipping sauces or as an accompaniment to a hearty main course.

If you enjoy authentic cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Air Fryer Egg Rolls.

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Ingredients

  • Breadfruit1
  • Water1 pot
  • Codfish BulljawAs required
  • LettuceAs required
  • OilFor frying

Step-by-Step Instructions

18 steps

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Step 1♨️ Boil⏱️ 30 minutes

Place a large pot of water to boil, add breadfruit, and let it cook for around 30 minutes

Step 2

Remove breadfruit from pot and let it cool for a few minutes

Step 3🔪 Prep

Hold the breadfruit firmly and using a large sharp knife slice into thin rounds

Step 4🔪 Prep

Slice as many as you need

Step 5

Then cut off skin and core (You may leave the core on if you like)

Step 6

Gently fold to shape like a taco shell, use two toothpicks to hold it in place.

Step 7

Place on a large plate or tray and repeat this process for all breadfruit slices

Step 8

Heat oil for deep frying, using a pair of tongs submerge breadfruit slices in pan,

Step 9

You can guide slices with tongs if you need to

Step 10

You can leave the small toothpicks in the taco shells and remove them after they're cooked.

Step 11

Or, you can do like I did.

Step 12

If your'e using larger toothpicks, you may need to remove them safely.

Step 13

Be very careful as you need to adjust it in the hot oil.

Step 14

Remove when golden brown

Step 15

Set over tissue paper

Step 16

Repeat this for the rest of the shells

Step 17

Stuff the shell with your favorite filling.

Step 18

I chose codfish/ salt fish

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Breadfruit Tacos carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

For a lighter preparation with less oil, you can brush the exterior lightly with vegetable oil and air-fry at 190°C (375°F), turning halfway through until golden-crisp.

Chef Technique Tips

Maintain your frying oil consistently around 175°C–180°C (350°F–355°F). Frying in small batches prevents the oil temperature from dropping, which is the secret to a crisp exterior that doesn't absorb excess grease.

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