November 5th, 2024
Recipes
Plantain Black Bean Tacos
Valentina P
- Difficulty
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- Time 20"
These meatless black bean tacos are sure to be a hit. Sweet fried plantains, black beans, and bell pepper over a melty cheese tortilla.
How To MakeDiet Type: Classic
Shopping List
- 4 to 6 taco-size corn tortillas
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large ripe plantain(s) (Note 1)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- cilantro, for topping
- hot sauce, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced peppers, onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 4 to 6 minutes, or until softened. Stir only every minute to get some browning. Set aside.
- Step 2: Peel and cut the plantain(s) into thick slices. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in the empty pan over medium-high heat. Add the plantains in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Sprinkle with salt and cook the plantains for 2 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Set aside.
- Step 3: In the same emptied pan, pour in the 1 tablespoon of oil. Add the beans and taco seasoning. Cook for 1 minute, until warmed.
- Step 4: Assembly time! Wipe the frying pan clean and heat over medium-high. Add the tortillas and warm on both sides. Sprinkle a small handful of cheese over each tortilla. Cover the pan with a lid for 15 to 30 seconds, or until the cheese begins to melt.
- Serve: Once the cheese melts, transfer the tortillas to a plate and top with a few plantains, beans, and peppers. Add cilantro and hot sauce, to taste. Enjoy.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Look for plantains that have a very yellow skin with black spots. They should be soft to the touch, but not entirely mushy. Green plantains will have a very different taste and texture in this recipe.
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Plantain Black Bean Tacos
PT20M 4 to 6 taco-size corn tortillas 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 large ripe plantain(s) (Note 1) 1 cup shredded mozzarella (dairy or non-dairy) 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2 red onion, sliced 3 tablespoons avocado oil, divided 1 teaspoon taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade) cilantro, for topping hot sauce, to taste Gluten Free Vegan 3 Servings
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