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BANANA BLOSSOM CARNITAS

A unique twist for vegan tacos. These are made with banana blossoms, which are highly nutritious and a unique way to make boring tacos, not so boring.
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Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 small yellow onion julienned
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 cans banana blossom in brine thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chile powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1-2 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the onion and garlic. Then toss in the banana blossom and spices, making sure everything is well combined. Cook for 8–10 minutes, or until the banana blossom is slightly browned.
  • The shredded banana blossom carnitas goes well in tacos, tortas, and burrito bowls.
Keyword Taco Tuesday, vegan
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