The other day while I was enjoying the guacamole that I made to go with the tacos I was thinking that one of the things that I like most about guacamole was that the avocado made it so creamy. One thought led to another and the next thing that I knew I was thinking that black beans are also nice and creamy and that they might make a nice guacamole. I pretty much just took my guacamole recipe and replaced the avocados with the black beans. I also added a bit of chili powder for some more heat and a bit of smokiness from the chipotles in the blend of chilies. When it came time to give the black bean guacamole a name I was not sure what to call it. It is not really a guacamole so maybe its just a black bean dip but then again its made just like a guacamole. If I had not pureed everything I probably would have called it a black bean salsa… Whatever you want to call it, it turned out great! The black beans certainly made it nice and creamy and good. What I liked most about it was that using all of the fresh ingredients, especially the cilantro, gave it a really nice feeling of freshness. I served the black bean guacamole as a dip along with some tortilla chips for scooping.
Update: A quick look up of the Nahuatl language seems to indicate that yetlmole or etlmole might be a good name for a “bean sauce”.
Black Bean Guacamole
ingredients
- 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans,rinsed and drained (or 3 cups cooked beans, from 1 cup dry)
- 1 roma/plum tomato (seeded and chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (chopped)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin (toasted and ground)
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lime (juice)
directions
- Mix everything in a food processor until the desired consistency is reached.
Karine says
August 5, 2009 at 1:31 amSurprising recipe…you had a great idea! 🙂
Marta says
August 5, 2009 at 1:48 amDelicious! What a great recipe! I love this kind of pasty chunkiness… the texture, though not for everyone, is absolutely delightful to me 🙂
Very creative Kevin, thank for this recipe!
Cooking with Michele says
August 5, 2009 at 2:13 amLooks yummy! I just had a dish called "firecracker ono" at Duke's in Huntington Beach, CA and they served it atop something that was halfway between a traditional guacamole and your black bean guacamole – it was a great complement to the spicy yet flaky white fish so try your black beans with fish and see how you like it!
Anonymous says
August 5, 2009 at 3:16 amI thought you were going to include some avocado too… I wonder how that would have turned out.
This looks like it would go great with some grilled shrimp fajitas and a cold beer.
Lo says
August 5, 2009 at 3:43 amWorks for me!
I think this would be great with some avocado thrown in for good measure. Delicious combo… and I'll bet the leftovers would make awesome bean quesadillas 🙂
HS says
August 5, 2009 at 3:57 amI would call it black bean hummus
Anonymous says
August 5, 2009 at 4:04 amAnother amazing recipe. Can't wait to make it the next time we have a mexican themed dinner night =)
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
August 5, 2009 at 4:08 amThat dip looks fantastic! A terrific idea!
Cheers,
Rosa
Christina says
August 5, 2009 at 4:09 amMmm this is right up my alley! Thanks for sharing! Love the creativity!
♥peachkins♥ says
August 5, 2009 at 4:58 amThis is a great idea!
Lizz says
August 5, 2009 at 5:11 amYum! That looks like heaven…
Nurit "1 family. friendly. food." says
August 5, 2009 at 5:21 amThis sounds delicious. I'm always looking for new ways to use beans. We don't eat beans much, and really should. Thanks for the recipe. It sounds quick and easy to make too.
Nina Timm says
August 5, 2009 at 5:44 amAll this Mexican recipes is making me want to travel to far off places……very interesting guacamole!!!
Jenn says
August 5, 2009 at 6:12 amNice. I like that you used black beans instead of avocado. Very creative. This would be great for those who don't like avocados much. Pass the chips, will ya?
Foodie with Little Thyme! says
August 5, 2009 at 12:01 pmGreat dip. I love black beans.
Joanne says
August 5, 2009 at 12:12 pmYou probably can't go wrong with calling it black bean spread, but I think black bean guacamole sounds so much more delightful!
Beth M says
August 5, 2009 at 12:12 pmoh yes, definitely going to make this one! I love guac but the avocados can be so expensive! Plus, with all of those black beans you have beaucoup fiber. Double score!
Ramya Kiran says
August 5, 2009 at 12:30 pmDelicious! What a healthy recipe.
Carol says
August 5, 2009 at 1:10 pmHmmm, that looks delicious! I like your idea! It beats waiting for avocados to ripen! I can't wait to try it!
Melissa says
August 5, 2009 at 1:14 pmMmmm…really good idea!
Teanna says
August 5, 2009 at 1:29 pmBlack bean ANYTHING is my favorite. That guacamole is something I would eat for hours on end!
pookiepantry says
August 5, 2009 at 2:39 pmLove this idea, definitely going to try!
Phoo-D says
August 5, 2009 at 3:26 pmThis sounds great and so much healthier than traditional guac. Excellent idea and execution!
Lisa says
August 5, 2009 at 3:54 pmThat's a brilliant idea! Thanks for this recipe.
pigpigscorner says
August 5, 2009 at 3:55 pmThe texture and taste must be really different with black beans! Looks delicious.
Cathy - wheresmydamnanswer says
August 5, 2009 at 4:21 pmLooks great – I make something similar to this and it is always a winner with the people!
Cheryl says
August 5, 2009 at 6:32 pmVery smart idea, my husband loves beans of any kind!
dan says
August 5, 2009 at 8:01 pmBeans beans beans, I love them. Great idea chief. I have never thought of experimenting with guacamole like that. I am definitely going to give this recipe a try.
Jenn@slim-shoppin says
August 5, 2009 at 8:42 pmWhat a great idea Kevin, I never would have thought of that. I love guacamole + I love black beans!
Anonymous says
August 5, 2009 at 9:17 pmI love all things black bean – great recipe Kevin!
Cucinista says
August 5, 2009 at 9:48 pmThis is a great idea. I love bean dips, but have never gone Mexican style for one. I will be cranking this out ASAP.
Dawn says
August 5, 2009 at 10:54 pmI would so throw this into a veggie wrap with a bit of heat. Great idea. I love black beans and I get tired of running out of things to create with them.
Pam says
August 5, 2009 at 11:38 pmKevin! This is a great idea!
Chef Fresco says
August 6, 2009 at 1:11 amWe make some hummus very similar to this. Black beans make everything delicious!
ttfn300 says
August 6, 2009 at 12:36 pmooh, you're right about creamy black beans, and this is a great idea 🙂
Helene says
August 7, 2009 at 5:07 amI'm glad you posted this, I would like this healthy snack.
Alta says
August 7, 2009 at 8:44 pmGood idea! I love black beans, and love them refried, so this would be right up my alley!
Deborah says
August 7, 2009 at 11:22 pmNow I'm wishing I would have picked up some tortilla chips at the store today!
eatme_delicious says
August 10, 2009 at 5:56 amAwesome idea Kevin! And so simple.
Inner Health and Wealth A.E. ~ No YoYo says
August 13, 2009 at 3:24 amYou should come singapore and open your receipes here.
Mother Bliss says
August 13, 2009 at 5:03 amI tried this with the addition of a little garlic. People were surprised how good this tasted. I love you blog, keep up the great work!
Gwyn says
April 25, 2010 at 12:42 amAbsolutely fabulous! Made it for a party today and it got rave reviews! The host begged to keep what little was left and many asked for the recipe. Thanks as always!
Asiya @ Chocolate & Chillies says
January 6, 2012 at 4:38 amJust discovered your blog & love it! This dip looks amazing..I am so happy to have found your blog. We love to eat beans and most blogs are American and use 15 oz cans so I always have to do some adjusting….so glad yours uses 19 oz cans 🙂