Breadfruit Tacos

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil Breadfruit in Water

   16 min

   Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, carefully add the whole breadfruit to the pot. Allow it to cook for approximately 30 minutes, or until the flesh is tender when pierced with a fork.

2. 2

   Cool the Breadfruit

   6 min

   After cooking, carefully remove the breadfruit from the boiling water using tongs. Set it aside on a cutting board or plate to cool slightly, making it easier to handle for the next steps.

3. 3

   Slice Breadfruit into Rounds

   16 min

   Using a sharp knife, cut the cooled breadfruit into thin, uniform rounds, about 1/4 inch thick. Ensure that each slice is even for consistent cooking and presentation.

4. 4

   Peel and Core the Slices

   5 min

   Once sliced, gently peel off the skin from each round of breadfruit. If desired, you can also remove the core; however, leaving it in can add extra texture to your taco shell.

5. 5

   Shape into Taco Shells

   5 min

   Take each breadfruit slice and gently bend it into a taco shell shape. Use two toothpicks to secure the shape, ensuring it holds together during frying.

6. 6

   Prepare Remaining Shells

   5 min

   Repeat the shaping process for all remaining breadfruit slices, placing each secured taco shell on a plate. Ensure they are not touching to avoid sticking.

7. 7

   Heat Oil for Frying

   3 min

   In a frying pan, pour in enough oil for deep frying and heat it over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when it shimmers and a small piece of breadfruit sizzles upon contact.

8. 8

   Fry the Taco Shells

   22 min

   Carefully use tongs to submerge the shaped breadfruit shells in the hot oil. Fry them until they turn a golden brown, turning them as needed for even cooking. You may leave the toothpicks in during frying if they are small enough.

9. 9

   Drain Excess Oil

   2 min

   Once the taco shells are golden and crispy, remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels. This will help absorb any excess oil and keep them crispy.

10. 10

    Fill with Codfish and Lettuce

    5 min

    Take each crispy taco shell and fill it generously with your chosen fillings, such as codfish and lettuce. Pile them high for a delicious and satisfying bite.