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Crispy Black Bean Chalupas - Black bean chalupas: craft these crispy, flavorful chalupas in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying vegetarian meal

Crispy Black Bean Chalupas

Black bean chalupas: craft these crispy, flavorful chalupas in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ cup yellow onion (finely diced)
  • ½ cup red pepper (finely diced)
  • 1 jalapeno pepper (finely diced)
  • 1 can black beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • ¼ cup cilantro (finely chopped optional)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • Kawan paratha
  • Lettuce
  • Tomatoes
  • Onions
  • Cheese

Method
 

  1. To make the Baja sauce, combine mayonnaise and cilantro in a bowl and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  2. For the black bean filling, heat oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add onion, red pepper, and jalapeno, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften. Stir in black beans, taco seasoning, and salt. Add water and mix well. Lightly mash the mixture with a potato masher for a chunkier texture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and set aside.
  3. To prepare the shells, place Kawan paratha on a preheated skillet and cook for approximately 80% of the recommended time, until lightly golden. Repeat with the second paratha. Fold both parathas in the middle to form a semi-circle. Transfer them to a preheated air fryer and cook at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes, or until crispy. Carefully remove the crispy air-fried paratha shells with a silicone spatula. Continue cooking and air frying the remaining parathas in batches.
  4. To assemble the chalupas, take one folded paratha shell and evenly spread about ¼ cup of the black bean filling in the middle. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, and shredded cheese. Drizzle 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared Baja sauce over the toppings and serve immediately.
  5. Enjoy your crispy and flavorful Black Bean Chalupas!

Notes

- For an extra layer of flavor, toast your taco seasoning lightly in the pan before adding the beans.
- If you prefer more heat, leave some seeds and membranes in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne to the bean filling.
- Make it a full meal: serve with a side of guacamole or a simple corn salad. Store leftover bean filling in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.