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Black Bean Tacos

Crispy Black Bean Tacos for a Flavorful Taco Night

Enjoy these delicious Black Bean Tacos, a vegetarian and gluten-free option perfect for taco night.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Black Beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp Chipotle Peppers in Adobo chopped
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 cup Vegetable Stock or Broth
For the Taco Assembly
  • 8 small Corn Tortillas
  • 1 cup Cheese (Pepper Jack or Vegan Cheese)
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Microwave
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté finely chopped onions for about 5-7 minutes until soft and golden-brown.
  2. Add minced garlic, chopped chipotle peppers, cumin, and tomato paste. Cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly until fragrant.
  3. Add drained and rinsed black beans along with vegetable stock to the skillet. Gently mash some beans with a fork while simmering for 5-6 minutes.
  4. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lime juice, stirring well.
  5. Wrap corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
  6. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with oil.
  7. Take a warmed tortilla, add a scoop of black bean filling, sprinkle cheese, and fold.
  8. Transfer to baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to steam the tortillas properly and allow tacos to cool briefly to retain their shape.

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