Lunch: Black Bean Tacos Recipe | Myrecipes
Seitan has a neutral flavor and a chewy, meatlike texture. Look for it in the refrigerated sections of health food stores or Asian markets. It may also be labeled wheat gluten.
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Romaine lettuce contains chromium, which helps maintain normal blood glucose levels by making insulin more efficient. The chromium in romaine lettuce also promotes weight loss due to its ability to help control cravings, reduce hunger, and control fat in the blood.
Ingredients
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, undrained
1 (8-ounce) package seitan (wheat gluten), finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 taco shells
2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
Avocado Salsa
Instructions
Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion, oregano, garlic, and jalapeño; cook 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in sherry, soy sauce, beans, and seitan; bring to a boil. Cook 7 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates. Sprinkle with black pepper.
Prepare taco shells according to package directions. Spoon about 1/3 cup bean mixture into each shell; top each taco with about 2 1/2 tablespoons lettuce and about 2 1/2 tablespoons Avocado Salsa.
(Totals include Avocado Salsa)
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 6
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 0 | ||
Fat 0 | ||
Carbohydrate 0 | ||
Protein 0 |