Handheld Recipe
Shredded Chicken, ground beef, carne adovada, or make it vegetarian add $2 Carne Asada add $4.50 Refried beans, chile and cheese. Add meat 2 Carne Adovada 3.5 Asada 4.5
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Ingredients
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Protein Options
Beans and Cheese
Tortillas
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Meat
Choose your protein option (shredded chicken, ground beef, carne adovada, vegetarian option, or carne asada). Cook your protein of choice until fully cooked and seasoned to taste.
- 2
Prepare the Beans
In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat. Stir in chili powder and mix until well combined and heated through.
- 3
Warm the Tortillas
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Handheld
On each tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, add your chosen protein, and top with shredded cheese. Optionally, add any extra toppings you desire (like salsa, avocado, or sour cream).
- 5
Fold and Serve
Fold the tortilla in half or roll it up to create a handheld meal. Serve warm.