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Crispy Chorizo & Black Bean Tostadas

Crunchy corn tostadas loaded with seasoned chorizo, creamy black beans, and fresh toppings. A satisfying weeknight dinner ready in under 30 minutes.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
485
Protein
18g
Crispy Chorizo & Black Bean Tostadas
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Ingredients

  • ½ lb chorizo, Mexican style
  • 8 pieces corn tostadas
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, canned
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce, shredded
  • 2 medium plum tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 whole lime
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 whole jalapeño, sliced
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Remove chorizo casing, crumble into small pieces. Drain and rinse black beans.

  2. 2

    Shred lettuce, dice tomatoes, chop cilantro, and slice jalapeño. Cut lime into wedges.

  3. 3

    Heat 10-inch skillet over medium-high. Add chorizo, breaking apart with spoon, cook until browned and edges crisp, ~5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in black beans, warm through, stirring occasionally, ~2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper.

  6. 6

    Arrange tostadas on a serving platter. Divide chorizo-bean mixture among all tostadas.

  7. 7

    Sprinkle cheese evenly over each. Top with lettuce, tomato, and a drizzle of sour cream.

  8. 8

    Garnish with cilantro and jalapeño slices. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet
  • can opener
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • serving platter

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