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Jamaican Jerk Black Bean Tacos with Roasted Corn Salsa

Jamaican Jerk Black Bean Tacos with Roasted Corn Salsa. 25 minute Tacos, full of flavor. Vegan Soy-free Recipe. Can be gluten-free with gf tortillas or soft tacos. Summer Tacos

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 279 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion

Ingredients

Jamaican Jerk Black Beans:
  • 30 oz can black beans or about 3 cups cooked
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp salt depends on if the beans were salted
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ to ¾ tsp cayenne or use habanero
  • ¼ to ½ tsp black pepper
  • a good dash of cinnamon nutmeg and all spice.
  • 1 tsp or more lime juice
  • 3 tbsp water
  • ¼ tsp sugar or other sweetener
Roasted Corn Salsa
  • 1.5 cups of corn kernels or 2 ears of corn
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • salt pepper, cayenne and lime juice to taste
Other Additions:
  • avocado
  • salt pepper, lime juice

Instructions

Jamaican Jerk Black Beans:
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  1. Drain the black beans, wash, drain and set aside. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.. Add onions and cook until translucent. 4 to 5 mins.
  2. Add the beans, spices, herbs and water and mix well. At this point, you can add in some chopped veggies. Partially cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust salt and heat.
Roast the corn:
  1. Grill the ears of corn over a grill or gas flame until grilled to preference. Cut the kernels off the cob and use. Or Add frozen corn kernels to a heavy bottom skillet over high heat. Cook until most of the kernels have browned. Stir occasionally. 6 to 8 minutes
  2. Add the cooled corn to a bowl with the onions and cilantro. Add salt, pepper, cayenne and a dash of lime to taste. Add chopped tomatoes for variation.
Make the tacos:
  1. Heat the tortillas over direct flame to crisp some of the edges. Add a good helping of the black beans, roasted corn salsa, some avocado and a dash of lime. Serve!

Notes

  • With pre-made Jamaican jerk seasoning: Start with 1.5 Tbsp seasoning + 1 tsp garlic instead of all the dry spices. Add lime, water to the beans and simmer for a few( 7 to 8) minutes. Taste and add more seasoning to preference, or add cayenne or herbs to preference. and simmer for another few minutes.
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  • Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition Information

Calories 279kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 51g (17%) Protein 15.2g (30%) Fat 2g (3%) Sodium 361mg (15%) Potassium 847mg (24%) Fiber 16g (64%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 505IU (10%) Vitamin C 11.9mg (13%) Calcium 81mg (8%) Iron 4.5mg (25%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 279

% Daily Value*

Calories 279kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 51g 17%
Protein 15.2g 30%
Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 361mg 15%
Potassium 847mg 18%
Fiber 16g 64%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 505IU 10%
Vitamin C 11.9mg 13%
Calcium 81mg 8%
Iron 4.5mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.