Spicy Charred Corn and Black Bean Tacos with Chipotle Crema

Spicy Charred Corn and Black Bean Tacos with Chipotle Crema

A spicier version of the classic, featuring a smoky chipotle crema to complement the charred corn and black beans.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
30 min

Ingredients

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2 cups corn
15 oz black beans
1 unit lime
2 tbsp olive oil
1.5 tsp chili powder
0.5 tsp chipotle powder
0.5 tsp cumin
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
8 unit tortillas
1 unit avocado
0.25 cup cilantro
0.5 cup sour cream
1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add corn and cook, stirring occasionally, until charred in spots, about 5-7 minutes.

    5 min

  2. 2

    Rinse and drain the black beans. In a medium bowl, combine the charred corn, black beans, juice of half a lime, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, chili powder, chipotle powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, and juice from the remaining half lime to create the chipotle crema.

  4. 4

    Warm the tortillas according to package directions.

    2 min

  5. 5

    Spoon the corn and bean mixture into the warm tortillas. Top with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of chipotle crema.

Perfect With

pickled onionscotija cheeseshredded romaine