Charro Bean Tostadas
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5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
258 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Charro Bean Tostadas
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I make quick meals like these Charro Bean Tostadas all the time. They are super satisfying and come together in a matter of minutes. So good!!
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Ingredients
- 2 cans pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 lb. Bacon
- 4-5 plum tomatoes
- 1/2 onion
- 3 chipotles in adobo
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 cups stock (or water)
- 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
- freshly cracked black pepper
For the Tostadas:
- 6-8 tostada shells
- queso fresco
- pickled jalapenos
- Freshly chopped cilantro
- squeeze of lime
Instructions
- Start by rinsing the tomatoes and then roast them in the oven (400F) for 20 minutes or until you need them. I usually de-stem the tomatoes knowing that any juices leftover in the roasting pan will be used as well.
- Chop up the bacon into bite-sized pieces. Cook the bacon in a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat until lightly browned. You can optionally drain off some bacon fat but I like to leave it in. Note: putting the bacon in the freezer for a few minutes can make it easier to chop up.
- Finely chop 1/2 onion and add it the bacon. I usually reduce heat to medium after the bacon is cooked. Let the onion cook for a few minutes and then add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook briefly, 30-60 seconds.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the pan: the roasted tomatoes, 2 cans pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 3 minced chipotles in adobo, 1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and 2 cups of stock (or water). Combine well and let simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the liquid has reduced down a bit. Note: I usually just plop the roasted tomatoes in the pan directly from the oven and give 'em a rough chop.
- Be sure to give a final taste for seasoning as beans are hypersensitive to salt amount! I added another generous pinch of salt so that is a heaping teaspoon total for this batch, but keep in mind that the exact salt level will depend on which beans and stock you use.
- To make the Charro Bean puree, scoop out half of the beans and add them to a blender or food processor. Add a couple spoonfuls of the broth and combine well. If it's not combining readily then simply add a few more splashes of the broth. Note: if by chance you add too much broth and your puree comes out quite thin, simply cook it in a skillet over medium heat where it will reduce down to a thicker consistency similar to refried beans.
- To make the Tostadas, add a thin layer of the Charro Bean puree to a warm Tostada shell along with your choice of garnish. I used Pickled Jalapenos, Queso Fresco, freshly chopped cilantro, and a final squeeze of lime. Here's more info on baking your own tostada shells.
- Store leftover Charro Beans in the fridge where they will keep for a few days.
Notes
- Using 3 chipotles will give your Charro Beans some kick! Consider using less chipotle if you want a milder version.
- Consider using less chipotle if you want a milder version.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
258kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
19g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
6g
(30%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
25mg
(8%)
Sodium
868mg
(36%)
Potassium
233mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
529IU
(11%)
Vitamin C
7mg
(8%)
Calcium
25mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 258 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 258kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 868mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 233mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 529IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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