Vegan Crispy Fried Tacos
Get ready to fall in love with these Vegan Crispy Fried Tacos—an irresistible plant-based twist on a comforting classic. Featuring perfectly golden, crunchy corn tortillas stuffed with a bold and flavorful filling of black beans, sweet corn, creamy avocado, and melty vegan cheddar cheese, this recipe offers the ultimate combination of textures and tastes. Seasoned with smoky chili powder and zesty lime, each bite bursts with vibrant flavors while remaining entirely dairy-free and vegan-friendly. These tacos are fried to crispy perfection and served hot, making them the perfect quick and satisfying meal for taco night or any occasion. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, these vegan tacos are guaranteed to impress—whether you're feeding a crowd or treating yourself to a little indulgence.
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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
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, add the canned black beans, ensuring they are drained and rinsed properly. Then add the sweet corn kernels.
Step 2
Dice the avocado and red onion, and chop the fresh cilantro. Add these along with the black beans and corn in the mixing bowl.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
Add the vegan cheddar cheese to the mixture and fold gently to incorporate.
Step 5
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).
Step 6
While the oil is heating, warm the corn tortillas slightly using a microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable.
Step 7
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.
Step 8
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.
Step 9
Once fried, remove the tacos from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
Step 10
Repeat the frying process with remaining tacos, adjusting the oil temperature as needed.
Step 11
Serve the crispy fried tacos immediately, garnished with extra cilantro and a lime wedge on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1568.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5502.1 |
| Total Fat 487.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 272.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2749.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 296.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 68.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.5g | |
| Protein 47.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 370.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2908.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories