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20-Minute Charred Corn & Bean Skillet

Dzotobichay reimagined as a fast, colorful vegetarian dinner. Sweet corn and black beans seared in one skillet with lime and chili powder until the edges char.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
215
Protein
8g
20-Minute Charred Corn & Bean Skillet
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  2. Step 2

    Add corn and red onion. Cook 5 minutes without stirring, then stir. Edges should look lightly charred.

  3. Step 3

    Stir in black beans and chili powder. Cook 3 minutes more until fragrant and heated through.

  4. Step 4

    Squeeze lime juice over the top. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Step 5

    Divide into bowls and top with cilantro if desired. Serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • wooden spoon
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • microplane or citrus juicer

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