⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 1 minutes

Total Time: 6 minutes

🍽 Ingredients

• 1 cup Sweetcorn kernels
• 15 ounces Black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1/2 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1/2 Jalapeño pepper, diced (seeds removed for less heat)
• 1 Lime juice
• Pinch Sea salt
• Pinch Black pepper
• 2 Roti

📖 Instructions

1. First, let's tackle the salsa. Grab your cutting board and dice up one cup of sweetcorn kernels. If using fresh corn on the cob, you'll need about 2 ears. My tip? Grill the corn first for a smoky flavor—it's amazing!
2. Next, we'll add the beans. Open a can of black beans (15 ounces), drain them really well, and rinse them under cold water. This removes excess sodium and helps the salsa taste brighter. Now add the beans to the bowl with the corn.
3. Time for the flavor explosion! Finely chop half a red onion – less if you’re not a big onion fan. Add that to the bowl, along with half a cup of chopped cilantro, a diced jalapeño (remove the seeds for less heat if needed), and the juice of one lime. Remember, taste as you go, adjusting the lime juice according to preference.
4. Now for the magic touch – a tiny pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. You want to season this delicately. A good salsa balances sweet and savory elements without being overpowering.
5. Give the salsa a good mix! Make sure all the ingredients are evenly distributed. That’s your salsa done! It's so fresh, and believe me, it's the star of this show.
6. Now for the roti. This part is also super simple. You can buy ready made roti from most Indian grocery stores. If making your own, it's more time consuming; I usually make a big batch and freeze them for another time. But for this recipe, grab a couple.
7. Heat up a large skillet over medium heat and then place your roti in. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown and slightly puffed up. Be patient with this step; it’s worth the wait.
8. Once cooked, take them off the heat and let them cool slightly. Now, it's time for the main event! Spread your freshly made black bean salsa generously over your lovely warm roti.
9. Roll them up tightly, almost like a burrito, and there you have it! A beautiful Caribbean-style roti. I absolutely adore this recipe; it feels so wholesome and comforting.
10. Serve immediately. Seriously, don't delay! Enjoy the amazing flavors and textures. Let me know in the comments what you think!

📝 Notes

• Adjust the amount of jalapeño to your spice preference.
• Feel free to experiment with additional seasonings like cumin or chili powder.
• If you don’t have fresh cilantro, you can substitute with 1 tablespoon of dried cilantro. But fresh is always best!