Garnachas Recipes

GARNACHAS

Steps:

• For the refried beans: Saute the onions in the oil in a small pan over medium heat until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Place the beans in the pan and season with the salt, pepper and garlic powder. As the beans are cooking, mix and smash them until a mashed consistency forms. They should be smooth and fully mashed.
• For the corn tortillas: Heat the oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Fry the corn tortillas individually until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
• For the garnachas: Spread 1 1/2 tablespoons of the refried beans on the crispy corn tortillas. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the shredded cheese over the beans. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of the ketchup over each garnache.

BEAN GARNACHAS

Steps:

• Drain tomatoes, reserving liquid.
• Chop the tomatoes.
• In large skillet, combine tomatoes, reserved liquid, beans, garlic, jalapeños and cumin.
• Cook over medium-high heat 5-7 minutes, till thickened.
• Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
• Add chicken.
• Arrange tortillas in a single layer on grill or another skillet.
• Spread 3/4 cup chicken mixture over each tortilla.
• Top with cheese.
• Cook about 3 minutes or until bottom of tortilla browns and cheese melts.
• Garnish with lettuce and avocado if desired.

BELIZEAN GARNACHES

Steps:

• Heat oil to 350°F in large skillet. Add tortillas, in batches; cook 1 to 2 min. or until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
• Mix 1/4 cup dressing, cabbage, carrots and vinegar. Combine beans and remaining dressing in medium skillet, mashing beans slightly. Cook on medium heat 10 min., stirring frequently. Add cream cheese; cook and stir until melted.
• Spread bean mixture onto tortillas; top with cabbage mixture and Parmesan.