Breadfruit Tacos

Breadfruit Tacos from Dominica. Times were inferred from the source steps.

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Measurement system
Prep
15 min
Cook
30 min
Total
45 min
Difficulty
Easy
Spice
No chilli
Cost
Weeknight budget$8–16 USD · indicative, not a store price
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About

Breadfruit Tacos is listed as side from Dominica. The steps below are the imported TheMealDB method, not an editorial rewrite. Times shown were read from those steps.

Ingredients

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Steps

  1. Step 1

    Place a large pot of water to boil, add breadfruit, and let it cook for around 30 minutes Remove breadfruit from pot and let it cool for a few minutes Hold the breadfruit firmly and using a large sharp knife slice into thin rounds Slice as many as you need Then cut off skin and core (You may leave the core on if you like) Gently fold to shape like a taco shell, use two toothpicks to hold it in place. Place on a large plate or tray and repeat this process for all breadfruit slices Heat oil for deep frying, using a pair of tongs submerge breadfruit slices in pan, You can guide slices with tongs if you need to You can leave the small toothpicks in the taco shells and remove them after they're cooked.

    30 min
  2. Step 2

    Or, you can do like I did. If your'e using larger toothpicks, you may need to remove them safely.

  3. Step 3

    Be very careful as you need to adjust it in the hot oil. Remove when golden brown Set over tissue paper Repeat this for the rest of the shells Stuff the shell with your favorite filling.

  4. Step 4

    I chose codfish/ salt fish

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Tips

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History & culture

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Provenance: Imported. Initial recipe data sourced from TheMealDB and adapted/reviewed by I Want Some Food. Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Questions about this recipe

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How long does Breadfruit Tacos take?

45 min all in — 15 min prep, 30 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.

How many does it serve?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.

How hard is it?

Easy.

How spicy is it?

No chilli.

What allergens should I watch?

This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Fish. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.

Does it fit a diet?

The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Nut-free.

What does it cost to cook?

Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.

What equipment do I need?

Stockpot.

How much salt do I put in?

This recipe does not list a salt amount. We will not invent one.

Any tips from this recipe?

Times on this listing were inferred from the imported method, not kitchen-tested.

Can I use an air fryer?

This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.

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