Asparagus Lime Chilli Butter Tacos with Beans
Another delicious way to use up asparagus, which is in season right now. Damn, this was good! I used Bold Bean Co British carlin peas, and they worked perfectly instead of black beans, adding a unique, delicious nutty taste. If you can’t get carlin peas, black beans or kidney beans make a great substitute. If you don’t have chilli butter, try olive oil with fried garlic and chipotle paste.
This recipe works just as well for breakfast or dinner—tacos are always a good idea!
Makes: 2 tacos
Ingredients:
2 tacos (I used @granluchito)
25g chilli butter (@allthingsbutter)
60g carlin peas or black beans (jarred or tinned)
130g asparagus (blanched in boiling water for 2 minutes)
Zest of half a lime + juice of 1/3
1/2 avocado, sliced
15g Manchego or parmesan, grated
Few basil or coriander leaves
1/2 tsp sesame seeds or crispy onions
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Heat the Tacos: Preheat the oven and heat the tacos for 5 minutes until warm and pliable.
Prepare the Filling: Set a large frying pan over medium to high heat. Add the chilli butter, beans, and blanched asparagus. Simmer together for 1 minute, then add a pinch of salt, lime zest, and lime juice. Cook for another minute until the asparagus is tender and the flavours meld together.
Assemble the Tacos: Place the avocado slices onto the warmed tacos. Pour over the asparagus and bean mixture, then top with grated cheese, fresh basil or coriander leaves, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds or crispy onions.
Serve: Squeeze a bit more lime over the top for extra freshness and enjoy these tacos straight away while they’re hot!
These Asparagus Lime Chilli Butter Tacos with Beans are a fresh, vibrant dish perfect for any time of day. With the unique flavour of carlin peas (or your preferred beans), tender asparagus, and a zesty chilli butter, these tacos will become a new favourite. Enjoy, and let me know how you liked them!