Toasted Cheesy Black Bean Tlayudas

Name: Toasted Cheesy Black Bean Tlayudas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 5 servings
Cuisine: Oaxacan
Ingredients: 5 large corn tortillas; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 can refried black beans; 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded); 1 avocado (sliced); 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 0.5 cup salsa

Crispy large corn tortillas (tlayudas) spread with refried black beans, layered with melted cheese and fresh avocado, offering a simple yet profoundly flavorful Oaxacan experience.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 5
Cuisine: Oaxacan
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $1.50/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Vegetarian
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
High-Fiber
Pescatarian
High-Protein
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

5 large corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can refried black beans
0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
1 avocado (sliced)
0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
0.5 cup salsa

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) with a baking sheet inside to get it hot. Alternatively, you can use a large dry skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, stir together the refried black beans, ground cumin, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Lightly brush one side of each large corn tortilla with olive oil.
Carefully place an oiled tortilla onto the hot baking sheet or skillet. Spread a thin layer of the seasoned refried black beans over the tortilla, almost to the edges. Sprinkle with about 1/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Bake in the oven for 5-8 minutes, or cook in the skillet for 3-5 minutes per side, until the tortilla is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Remove from heat, slice into wedges, and serve immediately. Garnish with sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of salsa or hot sauce, if desired.

Notes

Tlayudas are best served fresh and crispy. For even more flavor, use a blend of Mexican cheeses. For quick prep, you can also use pre-made tostadas instead of large tortillas and assemble without heating.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 480
Protein: 22.5 g
Carbohydrates: 53 g
Fat: 20.5 g
Fiber: 10.8 g
Sodium: 750 mg
Saturated Fat: 9.1 g
Sugar: 3 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg