Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCesar's Old MexicoKid Con Queso Recipe

Kid Con Queso Recipe

Inspired by Cesar's Old Mexico
Time30m
Serves4

Deep fried tortilla chips with a bed of beans.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Cut each corn tortilla into quarters to form triangle-shaped chips.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  3. 3

    Fry the Chips

    Carefully add a handful of tortilla triangles to the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining tortillas.

Beans

  1. 4

    Prepare the Beans

    In a medium saucepan, combine the canned black beans (drained and rinsed), garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and water.

  2. 5

    Cook the Beans

    Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly thickened.

  3. 6

    Mash the Beans

    Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the beans to your desired consistency, leaving some whole for texture.

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