🌮 A Twist on Tradition:
When you’re craving something satisfying, crunchy, and packed with bold flavors—but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen—these Smoky Two-Layer Tostada Stacks deliver big on taste and presentation. Inspired by a classic layered tostada, this version is scaled perfectly for two and adds just enough of a twist to keep things exciting.Whether it’s a cozy brunch, a quick weeknight dinner, or a weekend treat with a little kick, this dish checks all the boxes: crispy, cheesy, creamy, and crowned with a perfectly runny egg. Let’s dig in!
Ingredients You’ll Need
For Two Servings:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus more for frying eggs)
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1–2 dashes hot sauce (or more if you’re bold)
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 tostada shells
1/2 cup grated pepper jack cheese
2 large eggs
1/2 ripe avocado, diced
2 tablespoons salsa (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 chipotle hot sauce
Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)
Lime wedges
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Spice Up Your Beans
In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the black beans along with a pinch of salt and pepper, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and cumin. Mash the beans gently with a fork as they warm—leave some texture for that rustic feel.
2. Whip Up the Chipotle Crema
In a small bowl, stir together the sour cream and chipotle hot sauce and smoked paprika until smooth and creamy. This smoky, spicy crema adds the perfect contrast to the richness of the egg and cheese.
3. Build the Stack
On a parchment-lined baking sheet, create two separate stacks. For each one, layer like this:
1 tostada shell
A few tablespoons of mashed beans
A sprinkle of pepper jack cheese
Another tostada shell
More beans
More cheese
Pop the baking sheet into a preheated 375°F oven and bake for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges start to crisp up.
4. Fry Those Eggs Just Right
In a nonstick skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of oil over medium heat. Carefully crack in the eggs and fry until the whites are cooked through but the yolks are still gloriously runny—about 5–7 minutes.
5. Assemble & Garnish
Place each tostada stack on a plate. Top with:
Fried egg
Diced avocado
A spoonful of salsa
A generous drizzle of chipotle crema
Fresh cilantro leaves
A squeeze of lime juice for brightness
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
This tostada tower is everything: smoky beans, gooey cheese, crispy shells, creamy avocado, and a luscious egg on top. It’s fun to eat, easy to make, and totally customizable to your spice tolerance or fridge finds.
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