**Savor the Authentic Flavors of Mexican Cuisine with Black Bean Tacos: A Culinary Journey of Bold Spices and Fresh Ingredients**
Embark on a taste-bud tantalizing culinary adventure with our delightful black bean tacos, a vibrant symphony of flavors that embodies the essence of Mexican cuisine. These tacos are not just a meal; they are an experience, a harmonious blend of textures and spices that will transport you to the lively streets of Mexico. With our carefully curated recipes, you'll discover the secrets of creating tender black beans, tantalizing avocado crema, and a spicy kick from our flavorful pickled onions. Get ready to indulge in a fiesta of flavors that will leave you craving more. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Mexican gastronomy.
EASY BLACK BEAN TACOS
Make these simple tacos tonight! They're easy, inexpensive and quite versatile-start with a base of seasoned black beans, top with crisp cabbage and finish it off with a delicious yogurt-based sauce (find several other sauce options within the post). Recipe yields about 10 hearty tacos, and could easily be halved.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the black beans: We're going to use the cooking liquid from one can of beans (or substitute 1/3 cup water for the cooking liquid). Rinse and drain the other can of beans. Once the beans are ready to go, warm the olive oil in small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the cumin, garlic and salt. Cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Pour in the can of beans with all of its liquid (or 1/3 cup water). Stir to combine. Mash up a portion of the beans with a potato masher or serving fork. Cook for a few minutes, stirring often, until the mixture reaches a simmer. Mash up the beans once more, then add the rinsed and drained beans.
- Stir to combine. Simmer for a few minutes, then reduce the heat to a bare minimum while we finish the remaining ingredients. Cover the pot, and stir it every few minutes so the beans don't stick to the bottom of the pan.
- To make the "crema": Combine the yogurt, lime juice and salt in a small bowl. Stir to combine. If desired, add hot sauce, to taste. Set aside.
- Warm the tortillas in a large skillet over medium heat in batches, flipping to warm each side. Alternatively, you can warm them directly over a low flame on a gas range. Stack the warmed tortillas on a plate and cover with a tea towel to keep warm.
- Soften the cabbage just a bit by sprinkling it with a couple dashes of salt. Then use your hands to "massage" it by scrunching up handfuls of cabbage until it is slightly wilted and fragrant.
- Finally, assemble your tacos: Spread a layer of beans down the center of each tortilla, followed by a small handful of cabbage, a generous drizzle of sauce, and sprinkles of cheese and cilantro and/or green onion. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 10 tacos, Calories 257 calories, Sugar 3.2 g, Sodium 502.7 mg, Fat 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 12.3 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg
CRISPY BLACK BEAN TACOS WITH AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, medium white onion, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper, black beans, vegan cheese, corn tortillas, ripe avocados, fresh jalapeño, fresh cilantro, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, water
Provided by Mitch & Justine Chapman
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Filling:
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low. Add in the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until turning translucent. Add in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to taste, then remove from heat. Add the cooked black beans to a large mixing bowl and roughly mash them. Stir in the onion mixture and combine well.
- Tacos:
- Once the filling is mixed together, add about ½ - 1 more tbsp of oil into the skillet and turn it to medium heat. Add 1-2 corn tortillas in a single layer and cook on the first side for about 10 seconds.
- Then, scoop about 3-4 tbsp of bean mixture onto one half of each tortilla. You can also add some grated vegan cheese on top if you want. Using a spatula, fold the tortillas in half and press down to shape the tacos. Cook on each side until golden brown, about 1-3 minutes.
- Continue cooking the tacos following this process until all the bean mixture is gone. Make sure to top up the oil as your pan dries out.
- Serve these black bean tacos warm with a side of vegan avocado cream sauce (instructions below).
- For The Avocado Sauce
- First, slice and de-seed your jalapeño. Then, de-pit the avocados and scoop out the flesh into a high-speed blender or food processor. Add the rest of the ingredients in except the olive oil and water.
- Blend on high until you achieve a smooth consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Turn back on to low-medium and add in the olive oil slowly.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings to your preferences. Add jalapeño for more kick, water to thin, lime juice for more tang, or salt to bring out the flavors. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 1 gram
BLACK BEAN TACOS WITH AVOCADO AND SPICY ONIONS
Categories Bean
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Make the spicy onions: Squeeze the lime into a bowl and add the onion or shallot, jalapeño, salt and sugar to the juice. Set aside while you make the black beans.
- Prepare the beans: Heat a large skillet, then add 2 tablespoons oil. When oil is hot, add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until soft and golden, about 10 minutes. If the pan looks dry, drizzle in a little more oil.
- Add the garlic and jalapeño and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and cumin, and sauté until fragrant. Add the beans and a few large pinches of salt and let simmer until the flavors meld, about 15 minutes.
- Taste and add more salt, chili powder and oregano to taste. Serve beans with tortillas and avocado and top with the pickled onions and jalapeño and some of their liquid, adding any of the garnishes you like.
BLACK BEAN AND AVOCADO TACOS
I love the flavor combination of black beans and avocado! Using reduced fat sour cream and cheese, a serving of 2 tacos is 11 points (WW).
Provided by Halcyon Eve
Categories Black Beans
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Drain beans, reserving 1/2 cup of liquid. Rinse beans and drain again.
- Combine beans and reserved liquid in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until simmering. Simmer 4-5 minutes or until heated through. Cover and set aside to keep warm.
- Meanwhile, heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat. Warm each tortilla on the griddle for about 1 minute each side, or until hot but still soft. Place on plate in oven to keep warm. Continue until all the tortillas are heated. Cover plate of tortillas with foil.
- To serve, spoon some beans down center of hot tortilla. Place a few slices of avocado along the beans. Add any other garnishes as desired, such as cheese or lettuce. Top with a tbsp each of sour cream and salsa and a few leaves of cilantro, if desired. Fold up and eat while still hot.
SPICY BLACK BEAN TACOS
These vegetarian bean tacos, lightly spiced with cumin and smoked paprika, are topped with fresh guacamole and a pomegranate salsa.
Provided by Jennifer Joyce
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large frying pan, heat the oil and add the garlic. Fry until golden, then add the beans. Pour in the cider vinegar, honey and spices along with 1 tsp or more of salt, to taste. Cook until warmed through, crushing gently with the back of your wooden spoon, then set aside.
- The best way to make the guacamole is with a large stone pestle and mortar, but you can use a medium bowl and a flat-ended rolling pin instead. Crush the garlic, coriander and chilli into a rough paste. Scoop in the avocado with a little salt and crush roughly - you want it chunky, not smooth. Squeeze in the lime juice and set aside.
- Mix the salsa ingredients in a small bowl. Heat a griddle pan or steamer and quickly griddle the tortillas or steam a stack of them to warm up. Reheat the bean mixture.
- To serve, put 1-2 heaped tbsp of beans on a tortilla. Top with a big spoonful of guacamole and some salsa, hot sauce and a dollop of soured cream or yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 640 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 18 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 2.7 milligram of sodium
Tips and Conclusion
These black bean tacos with avocado and spicy onions are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. Here are some tips for making the best tacos:
- Use ripe avocados. Ripe avocados are creamy and have a rich flavor. If your avocados are not ripe, you can speed up the ripening process by placing them in a paper bag with an apple or banana.
- Make sure the black beans are cooked through. Canned black beans are typically cooked, but it's always a good idea to rinse and drain them before using them. You can also cook black beans from scratch by soaking them overnight and then simmering them in water until they are tender.
- Use a good quality taco seasoning. There are many different brands of taco seasoning available. Choose one that you like the taste of and that has a good balance of spices.
- Don't overfill the tacos. If you overfill the tacos, they will be difficult to eat and the fillings will fall out. Aim to fill each taco with about 1/2 cup of filling.
- Serve the tacos immediately. Tacos are best served immediately after they are made. If you need to make them ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, simply reheat them in the oven or microwave.
In conclusion, these black bean tacos are a flavorful, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal and perfect for Taco Tuesday or any day of the week. With their combination of protein-packed black beans, creamy avocado, and spicy onions, these tacos are sure to please everyone at your table.
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