I seem to be on a bit of a Mexican kick lately - burrito bowls, chilli mac, now these Mexican black bean stuffed potatoes... I just love it all! It's hard to go wrong with beans, cheese, veggies and a bit of spice.
This time I used my favourite Mexican-inspired flavours to stuff a humble spud.
I use potatoes all the time, but it's rare that they're allowed to be the star of the show. They're usually added to a meal as an afterthought - a few roast potatoes on the side, maybe a bit of mash or a little jacket potato. But despite this, they usually end up being the best bit of the meal. 'Leftover roast potatoes' is not a phrase that has ever been uttered in my house - however many I make, they always disappear very quickly.
So it seems only fitting that one of my favourite ingredients be allowed to have the limelight for a change. Stick a bit of salad on the side, and these Mexican black bean stuffed potatoes can become a full meal.
These stuffed potatoes don't take long to make, especially if you start them off in the microwave to begin with. While the potatoes are softening, you can prepare the Mexican-style filling, which doesn't need any pre-cooking (I'm not one for a lot of faff). Black beans, salsa, spices, spring onions and fresh coriander - it's a classic combination and everything works so well together.
When you've hollowed out the cooked potatoes to make a bit of room for the stuffing, make sure you keep the flesh - you definitely don't want to throw it away. Potato is a great source of fibre and potassium, so keep it for the next day (or just serve it on the side!). There are so many things you can do with leftover potato - use it on top of a shepherd's pie, blend it into soup, throw it in a curry or stew... the options are endless.
If you're a potato fan, there are plenty more potato recipes on the Love Potatoes website, and on the Potatoes: More Than Just A Bit On The Side Facebook page.
If you have any other bright ideas for serving up potatoes, let me know in the comments!
Mexican black bean stuffed potatoes
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- 3 fairly large potatoes
- 400 g tin black beans, drained (240g, or ~ 1 ¼ cups, when drained)
- 2 tablespoon salsa
- 2 tablespoon fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- ½ teaspoon chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 75 g cheddar cheese, grated (~ ¾ cup when grated)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (Gas Mark 6 / 400°F).
- Thoroughly wash the potatoes, and prick each several times with a fork. Place them on a plate, and microwave for 10-15 minutes (depending on the size of your potatoes), or until the potatoes are fairly soft. Make sure you turn them over every few minutes to ensure they cook evenly.
- Meanwhile, add the drained black beans to a large bowl. Mash them roughly, leaving a few beans whole for texture. Add the salsa, fresh coriander, spring onions, chilli powder, paprika, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well.
- When the potatoes are soft, cut the tops off (be careful as they'll be hot!). Use a spoon to create a hollow in the centre of each potato, leaving around a centimetre of potato flesh around the edges to help the potato hold its shape. Set aside the potato flesh for an alternative use.
- Stuff each potato with the bean mixture, and top with the grated cheese. Bake for around 15 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the potatoes are piping hot. If you want the cheese to crisp up a little, place them under a hot grill (broiler) for a minute or two.
Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on your exact ingredients. Please calculate your own nutritional values if you require accuracy for health reasons.
Note: Nutritional information is approximate, and will depend on exactly what ingredients you choose.
Here's another simple stuffed potato recipe - spinach and ricotta stuffed potatoes!
Leta Bez-Wogen says
I read all the other comments that said it sounded good but I actually made it. It was super easy, full of protein, vegetarian and yummy - especially with a dollop of sour cream. I would make them again. Thanks.
Becca @ Easy Cheesy Vegetarian says
Thanks Leta! :)
Choclette says
I am literally groaning with want here. Admittedly I haven't had supper yet, but I love baked potatoes AND Mexican flavours AND black beans. Fab recipe.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
Haha praise indeed! Thanks :)
Cathy @ Planet Veggie says
Oh yum, these look amazing. I'm usually quite unadventurous with my baked potatoes and just have chilli on them!
Jenn says
Sounds so good! I can totally picture these on an appetizer table too, using small baby potatoes. Delicious!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
Ooh that's a good idea!
[email protected] says
How amazing it is! I fell in love with your Mexican black bean stuffed potatoes at the first sight. I don't know what the taste of it is like, but it looks great, and I'm hungry now, haha. Thanks for sharing this tasty recipe BECCA!
Petra / Be Healthy Now says
I really looove the look of these potatoes, such a great combination of ingredients! I wouldn't make them spicy though as I don't like spicy food but still it would make a great meal.
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
You can definitely tone down the spice if you prefer! :)
Katie Bryson says
I eat jacket potatoes an awful lot... they're my favourite lunch when i'm working from home as they're more satisfying than a sandwich or bowl of soup. I love your black bean stuffing idea, so i'm definitely going to be giving that a whirl when the boys go back to school!
Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says
I need to make baked potatoes more often, they're so underrated!
Rebecca Smith says
These sound absolutely amazing, so delicious and filling!
Daniella says
Oh my goodness these look and sound delicious! I have a lot of dried black beans to use up after trying a brownie recipe that used them so thanks for the recipe, I can now use them up.
Zoë IKIWN says
WOW! My mouth is watering just looking at those pictures! I love Mexican food and this stuffed potato sounds wonderful. I would never have thought of doing stuffed potatoes but it makes perfect sense :) X