Crispy Golden Taquitos with Jackfruit & Black Beans (Vegan Flautas)
These golden, shatteringly crisp taquitos dorados are a completely plant-based take on the beloved Mexican street-food classic. Thin corn tortillas are tightly rolled around a smoky, well-seasoned filling of shredded jackfruit and hearty black beans, then fried until deeply golden and irresistibly crunchy. Perfect party finger food — roll and fry the day before, refrigerate, then blast in a hot oven or reheat on a barbecue grill rack just before serving. Lay them out buffet-style alongside bowls of cool cashew soured cream, vibrant fresh salsa, crisp shredded cabbage, creamy avocado slices, and crumbled salted pressed tofu for a stunning, crowd-pleasing spread that is 100% animal-free from filling to garnish.
HealthScore 80
Oaxacan Tetelas (Tetelas in the Style of Oaxaca)
Tetelas in the style of Oaxaca are traditional triangular Mixteca antojitos from Oaxaca and neighbouring Puebla. These plant-based corn masa pockets are filled with thick refried black beans, folded into sealed triangles, and toasted dry on a hot comal until they develop characteristic golden-brown spots. Serve hot with plant-based crema, crumbled vegan queso, and fresh salsa for an authentic taste of southern Mexican street food. Source: México en Mi Cocina (https://www.mexicoenmicocina.com/tetelas/).
HealthScore 81
Venezuelan Bowl with Jackfruit 'Meat' and Garlic Sauce
A vibrant Venezuelan-inspired bowl featuring tender black beans, caramelised plantains, seasoned jackfruit 'meat', fresh cabbage slaw, and a creamy garlic sauce. This hearty plant-based dish brings together the bold flavours and textures of traditional Venezuelan cuisine in one satisfying meal.
HealthScore 94
Heart Healthy: Ranch-Style Mole
A plant-based adaptation of Doña Ángela's Mole de Rancho from De Mi Rancho A Tu Cocina. This traditional Mexican ranch-style mole brings together three varieties of dried chillies — negro, mulato, and pasilla — with tomatillos, toasted sesame seeds, warm spices, and a corn tortilla thickener to create a dark, complex, glossy sauce. King oyster mushroom strips and black beans replace the chicken, simmered directly in the mole for a hearty, satisfying main course. Heart-healthy preparation uses dry-toasting and minimal oil, with dates replacing refined sugar and unsweetened cacao adding depth. Serve with warm corn tortillas.
HealthScore 94
Ranch-Style Black Beans with Tofu Scramble
A vibrant plant-based take on the classic Mexican breakfast dish, featuring seasoned tofu scramble atop warm tortillas with spiced black beans, fresh salsa, and creamy avocado. A hearty and satisfying morning meal packed with protein and flavour.
HealthScore 89
Costa Rican Gallo Pinto Breakfast Bowl
A vibrant, wholly plant-based take on Costa Rica's beloved national breakfast dish. Smoky black beans and nutty brown rice are sautéed together with yellow onion, red pepper, cumin and garlic, then piled into a bowl with wilted kale, creamy diced avocado and a bright squeeze of fresh lime. Hearty, colourful and naturally high in plant protein, this bowl brings the flavours of a Tico morning straight to your table — no eggs, no dairy, no compromise.
HealthScore 92
Brazilian Black Beans with Winter Greens and Farofa
A vibrant Brazilian street food feast featuring smoky black beans cooked with vegan chorizo, served alongside fluffy brown rice and topped with traditional farofa—a toasted cashew and raisin mixture. This complete plant-based meal captures the bold flavours of Brazil with layers of smoky paprika, aromatic oregano, and savoury vegetables.
HealthScore 87
Black Bean Chilli Cheese Dip
A crowd-pleasing Mexican party dip featuring a silky cashew-based cheese sauce loaded with hearty black beans and zesty salsa. This plant-based version delivers all the comfort of traditional chilli cheese dip with a protein-packed twist, perfect for dipping tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.
HealthScore 89
