Vegan Crispy Fried Tacos
Dive into the irresistible crunch of Vegan Crispy Fried Tacos, a flavor-packed fusion of hearty black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and zesty lime encased in crispy, golden corn tortillas. This plant-based recipe is seasoned to perfection with chili powder and cumin, while melty vegan cheddar adds a delightful richness to the filling. With a quick fry in hot vegetable oil, each taco achieves a satisfying crispiness that contrasts beautifully with the vibrant, fresh flavors inside. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a fun family dinner, these fried tacos are easy to make and incredibly delicious. Serve them piping hot with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a fiesta-worthy dish your guests will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 1 cup canned black beans
- 0.5 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 large avocado
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 medium lime
- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, add the canned black beans, ensuring they are drained and rinsed properly. Then add the sweet corn kernels.
Dice the avocado and red onion, and chop the fresh cilantro. Add these along with the black beans and corn in the mixing bowl.
Squeeze the juice of the lime into the bowl and season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix everything gently to combine, ensuring the avocado remains chunky.
Add the vegan cheddar cheese to the mixture and fold gently to incorporate.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be enough to submerge the tortillas halfway. Ensure the oil reaches the optimal frying temperature of 350°F (175°C).
While the oil is heating, warm the corn tortillas slightly using a microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.
Add about two tablespoons of the filling on one side of each tortilla and fold it over to create a half-moon shape. Secure the open end with a toothpick if necessary.
Carefully place each taco into the hot oil using tongs, frying them in batches, if needed. Fry for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they are golden and crispy.
Once fried, remove the tacos from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
Repeat the frying process with remaining tacos, adjusting the oil temperature as needed.
Serve the crispy fried tacos immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and a lime wedge on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 829 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
