THE BLACK-LAVA FOLD

(Our Play on Black Bean Quesadillas)

THE BLACK-LAVA FOLD

Ingredients: 400g Black beans (mashed), 1 tsp Cumin, 1 tsp Chili powder, 1 tsp Garlic powder, 150g Cheddar or Mozzarella (grated), 4 Large flour tortillas...

Ingredients

  • 400g Black beans (mashed)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 150g Cheddar or Mozzarella (grated)
  • 4 Large flour tortillas

Cooking Method

  1. The Bloom Mix mashed beans and spices with a 20ml splash of water to form a spreadable fire-paste.
  2. The Build Spread the bean paste on half a tortilla; top with a massive hit of cheese.
  3. The Scorch Fry in a dry pan on medium-high heat until the tortilla is blackened and charred and the cheese is molten.
  4. The Marriage Fold and press until the lava grips the fold.
  5. The Final Flourish Serve with raw fresh salsa and a hit of lime.

Cuisine: Mexican

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