"Guacos" - Black Bean Tacos

Serves 4 In February of 2020 my vegan pal Jaden Oasis (world traveler and meditator extraordinaire) visited me in Big Water. He prepared these Tacos one night, telling my children and I his stories of time spent in far away villages, where he'd walk from a hut down to a market and purchase some beans and avocados with which to prepare this "simple man's" recipe he designed. It's simplicity is precisely what led to it becoming an absolute staple in my household for many, many years to come. My kids request it between 2 and 4 times a month, because of how quickly it comes together while still being absolutely delicious. Tip: Presentation and flavor go even further when you serve Guacos on alternating white and blue corn taco shells.

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HOMEMADE TACO SEASONING

• 1 tbsp Chili Powder

• 1 tbsp Cumin

• 1/2 tsp Onion Powder

• 1/2 tsp Oregano

• 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder

• 1/2 tsp Salt

• 1/2 tsp Pepper INSTRUCTIONS:

• Stir all seasonings together into a bowl. Mix well.

• Store in a glass jar in the spices cupboard.

• Consider doubling or tripling the recipe to have more Taco Seasoning on hand for future recipes.

"GUACOS INGREDIENTS"

• 2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 14oz bucket of guacamole

• 1 tbsp of taco seasoning (above)

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise of choice

• Box of 12 taco shells

• Lettuce

• Salsa

• The fixin's
  

"GUACOS" INSTRUCTIONS

• Gently warm taco shells in the oven at 350 degrees, careful not to cook or burn them.

• Pour black beans into a large pan. Turn on medium heat. Stir every few minutes, until thoroughly warmed and sizzling. Add all of the guacamole, 2 tbsp mayo, and 1 tbsp taco seasoning into the pan with the black beans. Stir well.

• Once the guacamole/black beans mix is warm, take it off the heat. Spoon the mixture into warm taco shells.

• Add your favorite fixin's- Lettuce, salsa, tomatoes, onions, vegan cheese.