Black Bean & Plantain Arepa Sandwiches
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 (Sandwiches)
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Calories
459 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Snacks
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Cuisine
Vegan
Black Bean & Plantain Arepa Sandwiches
Description
This recipe uses arepas, cornmeal-based bread or cakes, sliced open and filled with roasted plantain slices and black beans. The plantains, peeled and cut diagonally, are baked until golden and caramelized with a coating of neutral oil. Black beans are heated gently and spiced simply with cumin and salt to keep their earthy flavor. The guacamole combines mashed avocado with lime juice, onion, and cilantro for a fresh, zesty spread.
The combination balances sweet and savory elements: soft, slightly crispy arepas, sweet plantain slices, creamy avocado, and warmly spiced beans. Optionally, shredded cabbage adds crunch and hot sauce provides heat, enhancing the layered textures and flavors of the sandwich. Preparing the arepas ahead allows for quick assembly.
Serving these sandwiches fresh ensures the arepas stay soft and the plantains maintain their caramelized texture. The recipe yields six sandwiches, making it suitable for sharing or leftovers. The estimated nutrition reflects including the full guacamole and beans without additional toppings.
Ingredients
AREPAS
- 6 large arepas (or you could sub corn tortillas)
PLANTAINS
- 2 large plantain ripe, spotty, peeled
- 1 Tbsp neutral cooking oil avocado is my preferred, generic cooking oil
BLACK BEANS
- 1 ounce can black beans slightly drained
- 1/2 tsp cumin ground
- 1 Pinch salt sea salt
GUACAMOLE
- 2 ripe avocado
- 2-3 Tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp salt plus more to taste, sea salt
- 1/4 cup onion diced
- 2 Tbsp cilantro chopped
FOR SERVING (optional)
- cabbage
- cilantro
- habanero hot sauce (or other hot sauce)
Instructions
- If you haven't already prepared your arepas, which take about 30 minutes (not included in prep time), do that now.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (209 C). Peel your plantains and slice on a diagonal into 1/2-inch pieces. Then add to a parchment-lined baking sheet and toss with oil. Arrange into an even layer and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized. Toss near the 10-minute point to ensure even baking.
- In the meantime, add (slightly drained) black beans to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until bubbly and hot. Season with cumin and salt and stir to combine. Then turn heat off and set aside (cover to keep warm).
- Lastly, prepare guacamole by mashing avocado in a small mixing bowl and adding lime, salt, onion, and cilantro. Stir to combine, and taste and adjust flavor as needed. Add more salt for saltiness, lime for acidity, or onion for crunch. Set aside.
- You're ready to serve. Slice your hot arepas in half (or cut a "pita pocket" and stuff). Add guacamole, beans, plantains, and any other desired toppings, such as Habanero Hot Sauce, cabbage, or cilantro!
- Best when fresh. Store leftovers (separate from each other) in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Notes
- Arepas require about 30 minutes to prepare if not already made; plan accordingly.
- Roast plantains to golden and caramelized for balanced sweetness and softness.
- Adjust guacamole seasoning to taste, adding more salt, lime, or onion as preferred.
- The recipe yields six sandwiches, with nutrition estimates based on full fillings without extras.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6(Sandwiches)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 459 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(Sandwiches) | |
| Calories | 459 | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 81.1g | 27% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Sodium | 644mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 8.6g | 34% |
| Sugar | 9.8g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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