Nachos With Refried Beans Recipe
Make Nachos With Refried Beans Recipe in just 35m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Chips & Assembly
Refried Beans
Cheese & Toppings
Method
Refried Beans
- 1
Prepare beans
Drain canned pinto beans into a bowl, reserving the liquid. Set aside 1/4 cup of the reserved liquid; drain remaining liquid completely.
- 2
Sauté aromatics
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add finely diced onion and sauté 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3
Season and mash
Add the drained beans to the skillet along with 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 3 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook 2 minutes, then add 1/4 cup reserved bean liquid (or water). Using a potato masher or the back of a sturdy spoon, mash the beans in the skillet to your desired texture (some bits whole, some smooth). Cook, stirring occasionally, 4–6 minutes until thickened and heated through.
- 4
Finish beans
Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice. Taste and adjust salt or lime as needed. Keep warm while assembling nachos.
Chips & Assembly
- 5
Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 6
Layer chips and beans
On a large rimmed baking sheet or ovenproof platter, spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer. Spoon half of the warm refried beans over the chips in dollops, distributing evenly. Sprinkle half of each shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack over the chips and beans. Add remaining chips in a second layer and top with remaining refried beans and cheeses.
- 7
Bake
Place the assembled tray in the preheated oven and bake 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling and chips at edges are lightly golden. For a broiled finish, place under broiler 1–2 minutes watching carefully to avoid burning.
Toppings & Serve
- 8
Add toppings
Remove nachos from oven. Dollop sour cream evenly over the tray or serve on the side. Scatter diced tomato, diced avocado, pickled jalapeños, and chopped fresh cilantro over the hot cheesy nachos. Serve lime wedges alongside for squeezing.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately while hot and crispy. Break into portions and enjoy.