Crispy Vegan Bean Taquitos (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Filling

01 - 1/2 cup onion, chopped really small
02 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 - 1 cup cooked and drained black beans
04 - 1/2 cup corn kernels
05 - 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes

→ Seasonings

06 - 1 teaspoon cumin powder
07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
09 - 1 teaspoon chili powder

→ Assembly

10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 10 small corn tortillas

→ Optional Toppings

12 - Fresh salsa
13 - Cilantro leaves
14 - Guacamole
15 - Non-dairy sour cream

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). This temperature gets them nice and crispy without making them too dry.
02 - Mix together the black beans, mashed sweet potatoes, corn, garlic, and onion in a big bowl. Toss in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, plus as much salt and pepper as you like, then stir until it's combined but still a little chunky.
03 - Warm up your tortillas so they don't rip when you're rolling. Wrap them in damp paper towels and microwave them for half a minute, or heat each in a hot skillet for 10-15 seconds per side.
04 - Put about 2 spoonfuls of filling onto one end of each soft tortilla. Spread it a little, roll tightly, and place them seam down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
05 - Coat the rolled taquitos with olive oil using a brush. Bake them for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping them halfway, until they're golden and crispy.

# Notes:

01 - You can use an air fryer at 375°F for around 10-15 minutes for even crispier taquitos.
02 - Warming tortillas makes them easier to roll without breaking.
03 - Swap out black beans for chickpeas or pinto beans if you like.
04 - Toss in some chopped kale or spinach for extra veggies.