Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 cup

dried black beans

rinsed

2 unit

avocado leaves

toasted

2 unit

pasilla de Oaxaca chiles

toasted, soaked

5 unit

garlic cloves

divided

1 cup

oil

divided

1 unit

onion

chopped

18 unit

corn tortillas

softened

1 cup

queso fresco

crumbled

1 unit

parsley leaves

for garnish

1 unit

onion

sliced, for garnish

Step 1
~5 min

Rinse the black beans and place them in a saucepot. Cover generously with water.

Step 2
~5 min

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and simmer, loosely covered, until the beans are tender, about 1 hour. Drain, reserving the water. Set the beans aside.

Step 3
~5 min

Toast the avocado leaves and chiles in a skillet or on a griddle over high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Set aside.

Step 4
~5 min

Remove the chiles to a bowl of hot water and soak until softened, about 10 minutes. Drain.

Step 5
~5 min

Place the beans, avocado leaves, chiles, 2 cloves of garlic, and enough reserved bean cooking water to facilitate blending in a blender. Blend well until pureed, working in batches if necessary.

Step 6
~5 min

Heat 1/4 cup of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and 3 cloves of garlic and cook until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes. Discard the onion and garlic.

Step 7
~5 min

Add the ground bean mixture and enough water (use the bean cooking water if any remains) to thin to the consistency of an enchilada sauce. Cook until blended and heated through.

Step 8
~5 min

Stack the tortillas, wrap them in wax paper or parchment paper, and microwave to soften for 2 minutes.

Step 9
~5 min

Heat the remaining 3/4 cup of oil in a skillet to 350 degrees F.

Step 10
~5 min

Fold the tortillas in quarters and fry, one at a time, for a few seconds on each side. Do not allow them to become crisp. Drain on paper towels.

Step 11
~5 min

To serve, place the folded tortillas, a few at a time, in the bean mixture just until softened. Do not let them soak too long or they will dissolve.

Step 12
~5 min

Place the tortillas on a plate, spoon additional sauce over them, and top with the crumbled queso fresco, parsley, and sliced onion.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier sauce, add more chiles or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Make sure to not over fry the tortillas

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The bean sauce can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Pico de Gallo
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Oaxaca, Mexico

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Oaxacan cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Casual Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Fiesta

Popularity Score

75/100

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