Two Bean Tostada Recipe

Name: Two Bean Tostada
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans; 1 can (16 Oz. Can) Refried Beans; 1/4 cups Water; 1 pinch Garlic Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder; 1/4 teaspoons Cumin; 1/4 teaspoons Chopped Jalapeno, Or To Taste; 4 pieces Tortillas; 1/4 cups Cooking Oil, Or More If Needed; 2 cups Torn Lettuce; 1/2 cups Shredded Cheese; 1/4 cups Salsa Of Your Choice; Sour Cream To Garnish

Servings: persons

1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans
1 can (16 Oz. Can) Refried Beans
1/4 cups Water
1 pinch Garlic Salt
1/4 teaspoons Chili Powder
1/4 teaspoons Cumin
1/4 teaspoons Chopped Jalapeno, Or To Taste
4 pieces Tortillas
1/4 cups Cooking Oil, Or More If Needed
2 cups Torn Lettuce
1/2 cups Shredded Cheese
1/4 cups Salsa Of Your Choice
Sour Cream To Garnish

1
Start by adding refried beans and water to a sauce pan.
2
Heat to medium/high and stir frequently.
3
Add all seasonings and chopped jalapeno, continue to stir, then turn to low and stir occasionally.
4
Begin to heat a fry pan with the oil.
5
When oil is bubbly, fry tortilla one at a time until crispy.
6
Place black beans in a microwaveable bowl and microwave for 1-2 minutes until hot.
7
When ready to serve, start by placing a crispy tortilla on a plate and spread with desired amount of refried bean mixture.
8
Top with desired amount of black beans, lettuce, salsa, cheese, and sour cream.
9
Enjoy!

490

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Black Beans, 1 can (16 Oz. Can) Refried Beans, 1/4 cups Water, 1 pinch Garlic Salt, and more.

Yes, Two Bean Tostada 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!

Two Bean Tostada

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Variations & substitutions

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