Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos

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Soft corn tortillas filled with sautéed sweet plantains and black beans, topped with fresh avocado and tangy crema for a vibrant vegetarian taco. This latin american-inspired tacos & burritos (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans, olive oil, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Latin American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 medium peeled and sliced plantains and sauté for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized. Remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil, then stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp salt. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beans are heated through and fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  4. Step 4: Assemble tacos by layering sautéed plantains and spiced black beans in each tortilla. Top with slices of 1 avocado, 1/4 cup sour cream or crema, and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped cilantro over all.
  5. Step 5: Serve with 4 lime wedges for squeezing over tacos to add bright acidity.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Dominican-Inspired Sweet Plantain and Black Bean Tacos vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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