Main Course

Crispy Black Bean Tacos

Soft tortillas filled with seasoned black beans and cheese, folded and pan-fried until crispy outside and creamy inside.

Prep10 mins
Cook12 mins
Total22 mins
Serves2

Recipe by Chef Ahmed. Updated 2026-07-01.

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Crispy Black Bean Tacos

At a Glance

Crispy Black Bean Tacos is a 22-minute main course recipe for 2 servings, built around small tortillas, canned black beans, drained, cumin, paprika.

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Main Course
Total time
22 minutes
Servings
2
Key ingredients
small tortillas, canned black beans, drained, cumin, paprika

Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces small tortillas
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or yogurt
  • 1 tsp lime juice

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Mash black beans lightly with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  2. Spread the bean mixture over half of each tortilla.
  3. Add shredded cheese and fold the tortillas closed.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook tacos for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  6. Mix sour cream or yogurt with lime juice and serve on the side.

Nutrition Estimate

197 calories
9g protein
20g carbs
9g fat

Nutrition values are estimates for home cooking guidance and may vary by ingredient brand, weight, and cooking method.

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