Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
15 oz

Black Refried Beans

canned

1 tbsp

Cumin

1 dash

Hot Sauce

to taste

16 oz

Salsa Verde

jarred

1 cup

Water

1 pound

Tortilla Chips

4 tbsp

Sour Cream

thinned

1 tbsp

Water

for thinning sour cream

0.5 cup

Queso Fresco

crumbled

0.5 unit

Red Onion

thinly sliced

1 unit

Avocado

thinly sliced

0.5 cup

Fresh Cilantro

leaves

1 pinch

Sea Salt

to taste

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

drizzle

Step 1
~2 min

Heat black refried beans in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~2 min

Mix in cumin and hot sauce and heat through.

Step 3
~2 min

In a large skillet, combine salsa verde and water.

Step 4
~2 min

Bring the salsa mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Reduce the heat to low and add tortilla chips to the simmering salsa.

Step 6
~2 min

Simmer for 1 minute, ensuring each chip is coated with the salsa.

Step 7
~2 min

Spread the heated refried beans on plates or shallow bowls.

Step 8
~2 min

Top the beans with the salsa-soaked chips.

Step 9
~2 min

Garnish with thinned-out sour cream.

Step 10
~2 min

Add crumbled queso fresco, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced avocado.

Step 11
~2 min

Sprinkle fresh cilantro leaves and sea salt.

Step 12
~2 min

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the toppings.

Step 13
~2 min

Serve immediately while hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use high-quality tortilla chips for the best flavor and texture.

Don't over-simmer the chips, or they will become soggy.

Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 mins

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The salsa verde can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice.

Top with a fried egg for extra protein.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

A popular breakfast or brunch dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Quick Meal
Comfort Food

Popularity Score

70/100

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