Round 2 Recipe - Bean and Cheese Chalupas

Name: Round 2 Recipe - Bean and Cheese Chalupas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup canola oil; 4 corn tortillas; 1 cup reserved bean mixture from Bean and Cheese Tamales recipe; 1 cup Monterey jack cheese; 1 Roma tomato, chopped; 1/2 onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon chili powder; Kosher salt; 1/2 head green cabbage, shredded, reserved from Crispy Fish Tacos; 1/4 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
2
When the oil is hot, fry the tortillas, 1 at a time, on both sides until they are crisp.
3
Remove from the oil and drain on a sheet tray lined with a brown paper bag or paper towels.
4
Preheat the broiler.
5
Put the fried tortillas on a sheet tray and top each with 1/4 of the bean mixture and 1/4 of the cheese.
6
Put under the broiler until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 2 minutes.
7
In a medium bowl mix together the tomato, onion, and chili powder, and season with salt, to taste.
8
Remove the tortillas from the sheet tray to individual serving dishes and top with shredded cabbage, the tomato mixture, and a tablespoon of sour cream.

617

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup canola oil, 4 corn tortillas, 1 cup reserved bean mixture from Bean and Cheese Tamales recipe, 1 cup Monterey jack cheese, and more.

Yes, Round 2 Recipe - Bean and Cheese Chalupas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!