Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 unit

Small Tortillas

Cut into triangles

0.5 cup

Grapeseed Oil

For frying

15 unit

Refried Beans

Canned

8 unit

Shredded Pepperjack Cheese

Shredded

0.5 cup

Salsa

1 tbsp

Chipotle In Adobo Sauce

Minced

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

Ground

Step 1
~2 min

Cut the tortillas into 6 triangles each.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat grapeseed oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over high heat until shimmering.

Step 3
~2 min

Fry tortilla triangles in batches for about 1 minute on each side until crisp.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove fried chips from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 5
~2 min

Sprinkle chips with sea salt.

Step 6
~2 min

In a medium pan, combine refried beans, shredded pepperjack cheese, salsa, and chipotle in adobo sauce.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat over medium-high heat, stirring constantly.

Key Technique: Stirring
Step 8
~2 min

Stir until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 9
~2 min

Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10
~2 min

Transfer the bean dip to a serving bowl.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve chips and dip immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy chips, fry them in small batches.

Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.

Serve with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The bean dip can be made ahead and reheated.

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 guacamole

Serve with sour cream

Serve with pico de gallo

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Tacos
Quesadillas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Common appetizer in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Super Bowl

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Snack Time

Popularity Score

70/100

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