Spicy Plantain Black Bean Tacos
Simple, flavorful, 20-minute tacos with spicy-sweet sautéed plantains and smoky black beans. A satisfying and quick plant-based meal!
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Ingredients
- 2 very ripe large plantains* ((peeled and cut on an angle into 1/4-inch slices))
- 1 Tbsp coconut oil
- 2 Tbsp coconut sugar ((plus more to taste))
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp sea salt ((plus more to taste))
- 1/8 tsp cayenne
- 1 15 -ounce can black beans ((if unsalted, add more salt))
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 pinch cayenne ((or chili powder))
- 8 -10 yellow or white corn tortillas or taco shells
- 1 medium jalapeño ((seeds removed and sliced))
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 medium red onion ((diced))
- Hot sauce / salsa
- Lime juice
Steps
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Add black beans to a small saucepan over medium heat and add spices. Once it reaches a low boil, turn heat to low to keep warm, stirring occasionally.
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Peel and chop plantains and heat a large metal or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add plantains to a mixing bowl and toss with spices.
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Once pan is hot, add coconut oil and plantains and spread into a single layer. Sauté on one side for 2-3 minutes, then flip and sauté on the other side for 2-3 minutes more. Turn down heat if browning too quickly. You're going for a caramelized effect. Set aside.
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In the meantime, prep desired toppings and warm tortillas by wrapping in a damp cloth or paper towel and warming in the microwave for 20 seconds (or place tortillas directly on an oven rack for 1-2 minutes in a 350-degree F (176 C) oven).
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To assemble, top tortillas with black beans, plantains and desired toppings. I preferred salsa, hot sauce, red onion, cilantro and jalapeño. Ripe avocado would also make a great addition.
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Best when fresh. Serves 3-4 generously (as original recipe is written).
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
📋 Price Breakdown (19% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| very ripe large plantains* | 2 | - | - |
| coconut oil | 1 tbsp | - | - |
| coconut sugar | 2 tbsp | - | - |
| ground cumin | 1 tsp | $4.38/kg | $0.02 |
| ground cinnamon | 0.5 tsp | - | - |
| sea salt | 0.25 tsp | - | - |
| cayenne | 0.125 tsp | - | - |
| -ounce can black beans | 1 | $0.75/kg | $0.07 |
| ground cumin | 0.5 tsp | $4.38/kg | $0.01 |
| pinch cayenne | 1 | - | - |
| -10 yellow or white corn tortillas or taco shells | 8 | - | - |
| jalapeño | 1 medium | - | - |
| Fresh cilantro | - | - | - |
| red onion | 0.25 medium | - | - |
| Hot sauce / salsa | - | - | - |
| Lime juice | - | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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