Spicy Black Bean Tacos Flavorful and Easy Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño seeded and minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• to taste salt and pepper
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 cup shredded red cabbage
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• for serving lime wedges

Instructions

1. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the skillet.
5. Use a fork to mash some of the black beans while gently mixing, allowing the flavors to combine. Cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
6. In a separate pan, warm the corn tortillas over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
7. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous spoonful of the black bean mixture onto each tortilla.
8. Top with avocado slices, shredded red cabbage, and fresh cilantro.
9. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.