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Crispy Chipotle Black Bean Tacos with Lime Slaw

Smoky-crisp black bean tacos tucked into charred tortillas with a bright, crunchy lime-cilantro slaw: a 25-minute vegetarian dinner with serious flavour.

Time
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
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Original Olivi recipe · nutrition calculated per serving

Ingredients

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Instructions

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  1. Drain and rinse the black beans, then pat them very dry on a clean towel: this is key for crispy edges.

  2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, then add the diced onion and sweat 3 minutes until translucent.

    3 minutes
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin and chopped chipotle in adobo, and toast 30 seconds until deeply fragrant.

  4. Add the beans and 2 tbsp tomato paste, smashing about half with a fork; cook 4-5 minutes until the mixture caramelizes and forms a thick, jammy filling.

    4-5 minutes
  5. Deglaze with 1/4 cup vegetable stock and simmer until nearly dry, then season with salt and a squeeze of lime.

  6. Meanwhile, toss the shredded cabbage with lime juice, chopped cilantro, a pinch of salt and 1 tbsp olive oil; massage lightly and let stand 5 minutes.

    5 minutes
  7. Char the corn tortillas directly over a gas flame or in a dry skillet, 20 seconds per side, until blistered and pliable.

  8. Fill each tortilla with the black bean mixture, top generously with lime slaw, crumbled feta and avocado slices, and serve with lime wedges.

Chef's tip

Smashing half the beans while they caramelize creates a magical dual texture: creamy interior with crispy, craggy edges that cling to the tortilla.

Suggested pairing

Serve with a cold Mexican lager or a sparkling grapefruit paloma for a refreshing counterpoint.

About this recipe

Smoky-crisp black bean tacos tucked into charred tortillas with a bright, crunchy lime-cilantro slaw: a 25-minute vegetarian dinner with serious flavour.

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