Prep
10 mins
Cook
5 mins
Serves
2
Difficulty
EasyCrispy corn tostadas piled with warm refried beans, sliced avocado, and a drizzle of salsa for a quick breakfast.
Ingredients
- 400g cured chorizo
- 400g pinto beans
- 1 tbsp rehydrated dried chilies
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 200g tomatillos
- a handful of fresh oregano, chopped
- a generous spoonful of Mexican crema
- 500ml orange juice
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- 1
Gather and prep the masa dough and cured chorizo, measuring everything out so it is ready to go.
- 2
Heat neutral vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until warm but not smoking.
- 3
Add the rehydrated dried chilies and avocado, cooking gently until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the cured chorizo, season with chili powder, and cook until just done, about 5 mins.
- 5
Warm the masa dough alongside, turning once, until heated through and lightly toasted.
- 6
Plate the masa dough and spoon the cooked mixture over the top.
- 7
Drizzle with pickled red onions and finish with a sprinkle of epazote.
Tips
•A squeeze of citrus or a sprinkle of epazote just before serving brightens up the whole plate.
•Make a double batch — leftovers reheat beautifully for a quick weekday breakfast.
•Prep the masa dough and cured chorizo the night before to make busy mornings much easier.