Crispy Chorizo & Lime Tostadas
Crispy tortillas topped with spicy chorizo, refried beans, and a bright lime crema—dinner in under 20 minutes. Pick your own toppings and serve hot.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 412
- Protein
- 16g

Ingredients
- 6 count corn tortillas
- 6 oz chorizo, casings removed
- ¾ cup refried beans
- ⅓ cup sour cream
- 1 count lime (juiced)
- ⅓ cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Toast each tortilla 60 seconds per side until lightly charred and crispy. Transfer to a plate.
- 2
In the same skillet, brown chorizo, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Warm refried beans in a small bowl or the skillet's edge for 1 minute, stirring. Stir sour cream and lime juice together until smooth.
- 4
Spread 2 tablespoons refried beans on each crispy tortilla. Top with chorizo and a drizzle of lime crema.
- 5
Sprinkle cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, diced white onion, and jalapeño slices if desired. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- small bowl
- spoon
- serving plate
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