Description
Spicy jalapeños stuffed with a flavorful mix of black beans, rice, and seasonings, then baked to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large jalapeños
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup diced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut jalapeños in half lengthwise and remove seeds and membranes.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add black beans, rice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Fill each jalapeño half with the black bean and rice mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and jalapeños are tender.
Notes
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to avoid skin irritation.
- Adjust spice level by leaving more or fewer seeds in the jalapeños.
- For extra flavor, top with chopped cilantro or a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
