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Adzuki Bean Taco Burrito Filling Recipe

Craving tacos but want a hearty, plant-based twist? This recipe transforms humble adzuki beans into a surprisingly delicious and texture-rich "ground beef" alternative for your favorite burrito filling! These small red beans offer a unique flavor and texture that's incredibly satisfying. Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone looking for a healthier, more flavorful taco filling. (Easily adaptable with black or pinto beans too!)

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 615 mins
Calories 142 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 3.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Adzuki Bean Taco Burrito Filling

  • 1 cup dry adzuki beans
  • 4 cups water (for soaking), plus more as needed for simmering (if not using broth)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon beef bouillon powder)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (or water), plus more as needed
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

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How to Make Adzuki Bean Taco Burrito Filling

  1. Soak 1 cup adzuki beans in 4 cups of water overnight (8-12 hours).
  2. Drain and rinse the soaked beans thoroughly.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté 1 medium onion (chopped) and 2 cloves garlic (minced) in 2 tablespoons of olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add the drained adzuki beans and 2 cups of vegetable broth (or water).
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
  6. Add 1 beef bouillon cube (or 1 teaspoon of beef bouillon powder) and 1 bay leaf.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, adding more broth or water if necessary to prevent sticking.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon of your favorite taco seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste).
  9. Continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced and the beans are tender.
  10. Remove the bay leaf.
  11. Using a potato masher or immersion blender, mash approximately half of the beans until you achieve a texture similar to ground beef. Leave the other half whole for added texture.
  12. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add salt, pepper, or other spices to your preference.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

2g

Carbs

7g

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