Mexican Black Bean Filling (for Tacos, Burritos, Enchiladas)

We recommend using this bean filling for Mexican tacos, burritos, or enchiladas.

Ingredients:

2 teaspoons avocado oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground paprika
½ teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 can (400 g) black beans (remove the liquid from the can)
1 can (400 g) black beans (reserve the liquid from the beans)

Optional:
2-4 tablespoons tomato paste
¼ cup fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. Add avocado oil to a large non-stick skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
2. Add finely chopped onion. Stir-fry until fragrant.
3. Stir in garlic and spices: oregano, cumin, ground paprika, and salt. Stir-fry for 20 seconds.
4. Add black beans from both cans (plus bean liquid from one can).
5. Add tomato paste (optional).
6. Stir and simmer uncovered for 6-8 minutes (until liquid evaporates). Stir occasionally.
7. You can stir in finely chopped cilantro before serving. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if needed.
8. Serve as a vegan taco, burrito, or enchiladas filling.

Recipe: theconsciousplantkitchen.com