Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese

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Traditional Oaxacan tlayudas featuring a large, crispy wood-fired tortilla topped with creamy refried black beans and melty Oaxaca cheese. This mexican-inspired mexican ready in about 25 minutes pairs large tlayuda tortilla (14-inch), black beans, cooked, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Mexican cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion and 1 minced garlic clove for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 cup cooked black beans and 1/2 tsp salt to the skillet; mash and stir for 5 minutes until creamy and heated through.
  3. Step 3: Preheat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat; place 1 large 14-inch tlayuda tortilla on it and cook for 2 minutes until it starts to crisp but remains pliable.
  4. Step 4: Spread the warm refried black beans evenly over the tortilla, then sprinkle 1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese on top.
  5. Step 5: Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and cook for 3-4 minutes until the cheese melts and the tortilla edges become crispy.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 small sliced avocado, 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, and serve with 2 lime wedges for squeezing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep black beans, cooked from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Wood-Fired Tlayudas with Refried Black Beans and Oaxaca Cheese?

Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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