Refried beans with cheesy tortilla chips
This comforting dish features creamy, seasoned kidney beans topped with melted Cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips. A dollop of Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice provide a bright, zesty contrast to the rich flavors. Serve hot straight from the oven for the ultimate sharing snack or casual dinner.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil15 ml
- Vegetable Oil (for frying)50 ml
- Lemon juice10 ml
Instructions
10 steps- 1
Preheat the grill to its highest setting.
- 2
For the refried beans, heat the oil in a saucepan over a medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until softened, then add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- 3
Add the kidney beans and cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm through.
- 4
Transfer to a food processor and blend until smooth. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper and stir in the parsley.
- 5
Spoon the bean mixture into a bowl and top with the Greek yoghurt and grated cheddar.
- 6
For the tortilla chips, place the vegetable oil into a deep, heavy-bottomed saucepan and heat until a small cube of bread sizzles and turns golden when dropped into it. (CAUTION: hot oil can be dangerous. Do not leave unattended.)
- 7
Add the tortilla triangles and deep-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until crisp and golden. Carefully remove the tortilla chips with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper. Place the cooked tortilla chips onto a baking sheet.
- 8
Mix the Greek yoghurt and lemon juice together in a clean bowl, then spoon the yoghurt mixture over the tortilla chips.
- 9
Cover the yoghurt mixture and tortilla chips with the grated cheese and place under the grill and cook until the cheese is beginning to melt and bubble.
- 10
To serve, place the cheesy tortillas onto a serving plate with the bowl of refried beans alongside.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 300 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
My notes and cooking history
Your notebook is private to your account.
Sign in to keep your cooking notes