Skip to main content
Black Bean Fritter Fun
Black Bean Fritter Fun

Black Bean Fritter Fun

with Pineapple Salsa, Cilantro Lime Rice & Smoky Red Pepper Crema

Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamPublished on December 09, 2020

It’s hard NOT to love any ingredient when it’s fritter-fied, aka covered in batter and cooked until perfectly golden. This version stars black beans, which we mash until creamy, then fold into a Southwest-spiced tempura batter and shallow-fry until crispy. They’re served over aromatic cilantro-lime rice, then topped with a sweet and savory pineapple salsa and drizzled with smoky red pepper crema. Now comes the most challenging part of the meal: stacking a little bit of everything on your fork at once to create the perfect bite!

Tags:
Veggie
Allergens:
Milk
Soy
Eggs
Wheat

The quantities provided above are averages only.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.

Total Time45 minutes
Prep Time10 minutes
DifficultyHard

Ingredients

serving amount

13.4 ounce

Black Beans

4 ounce

Pineapple

¼ ounce

Cilantro

4 ounce

Grape Tomatoes

1 unit

Shallot

1 unit

Jalapeño

1 unit

Lime

½ cup

Jasmine Rice

4 tablespoon

Smoky Red Pepper Crema

82 g

Tempura Mix

1 tablespoon

Southwest Spice Blend

1 teaspoon

Garlic Powder

Not included in your delivery

Salt

Pepper

1 tablespoon

Butter

Vegetable Oil

Nutrition Values

/ per serving
Energy (kJ)3515 kJ
Calories840 kcal
Fat27 g
Saturated Fat9 g
Carbohydrate125 g
Sugar17 g
Dietary Fiber12 g
Protein20 g
Cholesterol35 mg
Sodium1590 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.

Utensils

Strainer
Zester
Small pot
Small Bowl
Medium Bowl
Potato Masher
Large Pan
Slotted Spoon

Instructions

Prep
1

• Wash and dry all produce. • Zest and quarter lime. Drain pineapple. (TIP: Save the pineapple juice for adding to smoothies or cocktails!) Quarter tomatoes. Pick cilantro leaves from stems; finely chop, separating leaves from stems. Halve, peel, and finely chop shallot. Finely chop jalapeño, removing ribs and seeds for less heat. Drain and rinse beans.

Cook Rice
2

• In a small pot, combine rice, ¾ cup water (1½ cups for 4 servings), and a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. • Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.

Make Salsa & Crema
3

• While rice cooks, in a small bowl, combine smoky red pepper crema with a squeeze of lime juice. Add water 1 tsp at a time until mixture reaches a drizzling consistency. Season with salt and pepper. • In a separate small bowl, combine pineapple, tomatoes, half the cilantro leaves, half the shallot, juice from remaining lime, and as much jalapeño as you like. Season with salt and pepper.

Make Batter
4

• Transfer beans to a medium bowl; mash with a potato masher or fork until almost smooth. TIP: It’s okay if there are still some larger pieces. • Add tempura mix, Southwest Spice, garlic powder, ¾ tsp salt, and 1⁄3 cup water (1½ tsp salt and 2⁄3 cup water for 4 servings); stir until thoroughly combined. TIP: Batter should be very thick but not dry; add a splash of water if necessary. • Stir in cilantro stems and remaining shallot. Season with pepper.

Cook Fritters
5

• Heat a 1⁄3-inch layer of oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pan over medium high heat. Once oil is shimmering and hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles when added to the pan, add ¼-cup scoops of batter and lightly press down to form small patties. (TIP: You may need to work in batches. Carefully drop your batter close to the oil to avoid splatter.) Cook until golden brown and crisp, 3-4 minutes per side. • Using a slotted spoon, transfer fritters to a paper-towel-lined plate. Season with a pinch of salt. Turn off heat.

Finish & Serve
6

• Fluff rice with a fork and stir in lime zest, 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings), and remaining cilantro leaves. Season with salt. • Divide rice between plates and top with fritters and salsa. Drizzle with crema and serve.

More delicious recipes with similar ingredients

Turkey & Black Bean Chili

Turkey & Black Bean Chili

2x the delicious servings!
Tex-Mex Plant-Based Protein Taco Soup

Tex-Mex Plant-Based Protein Taco Soup

Protein that tastes like meat (without the meat)
Turkey Burrito Bake

Turkey Burrito Bake

with Spinach, Black Beans, and Cheddar
Salsa Verde Black Bean Burritos

Salsa Verde Black Bean Burritos

with Jasmine Rice & Slaw
Organic Beef, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tostadas

Organic Beef, Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tostadas

with Bell Pepper, Salsa & Creamy Guacamole
Vegan One-Pan Corn & Bean Taco Salad

Vegan One-Pan Corn & Bean Taco Salad

with Pico de Gallo & Creamy Lime Dressing
Butter-Basted Southwestern Bavette Steak

Butter-Basted Southwestern Bavette Steak

with Cheesy Sweet Potato Jumble, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
Butter-Basted Southwestern Pork Chops

Butter-Basted Southwestern Pork Chops

with Cheesy Sweet Potato Jumble, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
One-Pan Chicken, Corn & Bean Taco Salad

One-Pan Chicken, Corn & Bean Taco Salad

with Pico de Gallo & Creamy Lime Dressing
One-Pan Turkey, Corn & Bean Taco Salad

One-Pan Turkey, Corn & Bean Taco Salad

with Pico de Gallo & Creamy Lime Dressing
Butter-Basted Southwestern Chicken

Butter-Basted Southwestern Chicken

with Cheesy Sweet Potato Jumble, Pico de Gallo & Lime Crema
Mighty Mushroom & Black Bean Burgers

Mighty Mushroom & Black Bean Burgers

with Green Salad, Potato Wedges & Herby Mayo
Mushroom & Black Bean Burgers with Bacon

Mushroom & Black Bean Burgers with Bacon

with Green Salad, Potato Wedges & Herby Mayo
Vegan Guac Lover’s Burrito Bowl

Vegan Guac Lover’s Burrito Bowl

With Black Beans, Spiced Mushrooms & Tortilla Chips
Smoky Black Bean Cakes

Smoky Black Bean Cakes

with Avocado Salsa and Tangy Arugula Salad
Bell Pepper and Black Bean Quesadillas

Bell Pepper and Black Bean Quesadillas

with an Arugula and Heirloom Tomato Salad
Easy Cheesy Black Bean Tacos

Easy Cheesy Black Bean Tacos

with Poblano & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
Cheesy Black Bean Tacos

Cheesy Black Bean Tacos

with Poblano & Smoky Red Pepper Crema
Pork Chili ’n’ Cheese Stuffed Poblanos

Pork Chili ’n’ Cheese Stuffed Poblanos

with Black Beans, Fresh Salsa & Smoky Red Pepper Lime Crema
One-Pot Mexicali Chicken & Bean Soup

One-Pot Mexicali Chicken & Bean Soup

with the Works