Step 1

Heat oil in a large pot over medium high heat.

Step 2

Add onion, along with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Step 4

Add cumin, chili powder, chiles in adobo, garlic powder, black beans, quinoa, lime juice, 1/2 cup water and stir to combine.

Step 5

Cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Add more water if necessary. At this point it should have a similar texture and consistency as regular taco meat.

Step 6

Place crispy taco shells in a 9x13 pan.

Step 7

Divide taco meat evenly between the taco shells.

Step 8

Divide cheese evenly between the taco shells.

Step 9

Bake for 4-6 minutes.

Step 10

Top with all your favorites - lettuce, sour cream, guacamole, queso fresco, jalapeno and cilantro.