I am always so intrigued with using ingredients that are not as common. Where everyone is using jackfruit as a meat substitute for their Mexican fiestas, I think that hearts of palm doesn’t get enough credit for it’s meaty texture and ability to absorb any flavor you want. And psst: t’s my secret ingredient in these incredible taquitos. Well, then again, you can see that the recipe is for Hearts of Palm Taquitos, so I guess that takes the surprise out of it. Regardless, these rolled up tacos taste similar to shredded beef but these are instead stuffed with plants.
Creating the insides for these Hearts of Palm Taquitos are easy to assemble and your meal will come together in less than 30 minutes! Here is a photo of what the hearts of palm will look like once they are shredded and the seasoning is added to it:
RECIPE TIP: Trying to find ways to make your meals healthier and you don’t want to fry these up? After you roll the tortillas, already stuffed with the meaty hearts of palm, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly coat with cooking spray. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, flipping over half way through. Depending on your oven’s temperature, you may need to bake them longer.
Have dinner ready in less than 30 minutes with a plant-based version of your favorite Mexican meal with these Hearts of Palm Taquitos!
*Recipe has been updated as of 8/6/16*
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PinIngredients
- 8 corn tortillas
- 14 oz can hearts of palm, drained and shredded (should equal about 6 pieces)
- 2 Tbsp. onion, chopped
“Meat” Seasoning:
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce (use a vegan brand, if needed) or use 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. ancho chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/2 tsp. cumin
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the shredded hearts of palm and “meat” seasoning until evenly combined.
- In a medium skillet, heat 1 tsp. oil over medium high heat. Add the onions until translucent. Add the seasoned hearts of palm. Heat up for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool down.
- Clean out the skillet and add enough oil to the bottom of the pan to coat. Heat thoroughly.
- Evenly add the hearts of palm meat to each tortilla. If your tortillas are too thick, they will break apart. Also, to ensure this won’t happen, gently warm up the tortillas in the microwave for 10-20 seconds. Roll up.
- Immediately add the rolled up tortillas into the heated oil. Heat on every side until lightly browned.
- Serve with homemade guacamole and salsa.
Looking for more recipes using hearts of palm? Try these:
Shredded Hearts of Palm Barbacoa Tacos
Janine
June 20, 2015 at 1:18 pmHi! I am assembling these ahead of time for an event tomorrow.. should I freeze them unbaked and bake them tomorrow? or bake them, refrigerate them, and warm them up when I need them?
laurasmess
May 23, 2013 at 9:57 pmI just visited your original brownie sammich post and left a message there… but just want to let you know that what you’re feeling is completely valid. I won’t repeat myself but your thoughts are so eloquent. You’re going to move forward, in strength, to better things. Much love. Oh, and I’m definitely making these amazing taquitos. They’re a new concept for me, burrito + taco? xx
Gabby @ the veggie nook
May 23, 2013 at 2:10 pmHUGS dear Cara. Everything happens for a reason and you are right where you were meant to be. Great things are coming I know it 🙂
Your Biggest Fan!
May 23, 2013 at 12:49 pmJackie and I were just drooling over the picture of the taquitos. Can you ship them overnight? 🙂 And throw in the wine coolers, too okay? Or wouldn’t these be great with a jalapeno margarita? 😉
She also pointed out that you have a new picture on ‘My Story’. Love it!
XOXOXO
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 12:56 pmOooooohh a jalapeno margarita!! Doesn’t that sound so super good, mom?! We must drink one when you are out here next 😉 And Hi Jackie!! xo
raechel
May 22, 2013 at 4:27 pmI really feel this. I left Chicago four years ago to go to grad school in Minneapolis, and not a day has gone by that I don’t miss it. I often wonder what would have happened if I had stayed. It makes me so sad sometimes, but I like what your commenter said above: at the end of the day, we’d still be who we are, and would still have to deal with the inevitable challenges life would throw our way (because turns out location, jobs, etc. don’t make things perfect!).
Also, this recipe sounds delicious.
Chin up!
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 8:42 amHi Raechel! Thank you so much for this comment. It’s alway nice knowing we are not alone in our emotions, isn’t it? Let’s make a deal: Let us both accept that where we are currently is where the Universe wanted us all along, despite the fact that we thought differently. Let us love being where we are, learn and grow from it and be open to what lies ahead. Deal? xo
Brooke (Crackers on the Couch)
May 22, 2013 at 2:49 pmWhen I think back to the different places my life I may have taken a different path, I usually wind up with the fact that though I may live in a different house, in a different state, with a different job (and different children *shudder*), I would still be me. All the problems I find in myself would still be there. I might like to think that I’d be happier in a different life, but in the end I’d still be stuck with ME. And I suck it up and forge ahead.
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 8:41 amI love this comment, Brooke. You are so right! And I love the “suck it up and forge ahead!” haha. Sucking and forging…
Lisa
May 22, 2013 at 1:32 pmSounds so good Cara, Try spraying with TJ’S spray Coconut oil for extra crunch.
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 8:38 amYes! I forgot that step, thank you SO MUCH for reminding me!!
Christina
May 22, 2013 at 8:52 amI think I’d skip the baking, and just assemble as tacos in the corn tortillas. When I’m hungry, I’m *HUNGRY*!
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 8:39 amhaha. Christina, you are my kinda girl 😉
Caitlin
May 22, 2013 at 8:46 ami do the same thing, lady. “what if i did go to art school?” “what if i went to grad school immediately following my undergrad?” “what if we didn’t buy our house and kept looking?” but those questions are just enabling ourselves to think we could have it better rather than appreciating our lives for what they are. am i right?
and taquitos! i’ve never made them before and never heard of boiling tortillas. definitely making these 😉
Cara
May 23, 2013 at 8:40 amYou are so right! It’s easy to get sucked into thinking “What if?” or that you some how missed out on something. We are where we are supposed to be and if we don’t accept that now, we will continue to miss out on the now. xoxo!! Now get baking some taquitos, girl. Much love <3