Jul 14 2026

Mix Recipe

Inspired by La Despensa Latina
Time30m
Serves4

Frijol y queso, chicharrón y queso o queso con loroco / Beans and cheese, chicharrón and cheese or cheese with loroco

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Ingredients

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Beans and Cheese

Method

Beans and Cheese

  1. 1

    Prepare the Black Beans

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Cook the Beans

    Add the black beans to the saucepan along with salt and black pepper. Stir well and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the beans. Cover the saucepan and let the cheese melt for about 3-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove from heat and serve warm as a dip or filling.

Chicharrón and Cheese

  1. 5

    Prepare the Ingredients

    In a serving bowl, add the chicharrón pieces and the shredded cheese.

  2. 6

    Add Lime and Avocado

    Drizzle fresh lime juice over the chicharrón and cheese. Top with sliced avocado.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately as a snack or appetizer.

Cheese with Loroco

  1. 8

    Prepare the Loroco Cheese Mixture

    In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheese and loroco flowers. Add olive oil and salt, mixing well until combined.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Serve this mixture on its own or as a topping for tortillas or crackers.

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