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Mexican Tlayuda with Refried Beans and Oaxacan Cheese

Name: Mexican Tlayuda with Refried Beans and Oaxacan Cheese
Prep time: 23 min
Cook time: 70 min
Total time: 93 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Large corn tortillas, 4 (12-14 inches); Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Cooked black beans, 2 cups; Garlic, 2 cloves, minced; Lard or vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon; Salt, To taste; Shredded Oaxacan cheese, 2 cups; Ripe avocado, 1, sliced; Shredded lettuce, 1 cup; Tomato, 1, diced; Pickled jalapeños, 1/2 cup; Fresh cilantro leaves; Lime wedges

Tlayuda is a traditional Mexican dish from Oaxaca, featuring a large, thin, crunchy tortilla topped with refried beans, cheese, and a variety of fresh toppings, perfect for a satisfying meal.

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·By Ethan Brooks·July 25, 2025

Mexican Tlayuda with Refried Beans and Oaxacan Cheese — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

23 min

Cook

1 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Tlayuda Base

For the Refried Beans

For the Toppings

For the Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 595 kcal
Protein: 23.25 g
Carbs: 52.5 g
Fat: 34.75 g
Fiber: 12.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2381 kcal
Protein: 93 g
Carbs: 210 g
Fat: 139 g
Fiber: 50 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Large corn tortillas 4 (12-14 inches)	480	12	96	8	12
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Cooked black beans 2 cups	440	28	80	2	24
Garlic 2 cloves, minced	9	0	2	0	0
Lard or vegetable oil 1 tablespoon	120	0	0	14	0
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Shredded Oaxacan cheese 2 cups	800	48	8	64	0
Ripe avocado 1, sliced	240	3	12	22	10
Shredded lettuce 1 cup	5	0	1	0	1
Tomato 1, diced	22	1	5	0	1
Pickled jalapeños 1/2 cup	25	1	5	1	2
Fresh cilantro leaves	0	0	0	0	0
Lime wedges	0	0	1	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Refried Beans

1
Heat oil
Heat the lard or vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2
Sauté garlic
Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3
Mash beans
Add beans and mash until smooth, seasoning with salt to taste.
Tip: 💡 Pro Tip: Use leftover refried beans to make quick tostadas or dips.

Preparing the Tlayuda Base

1
Oil tortillas
Brush each tortilla lightly with olive oil.
2
Preheat grill
Preheat a grill or griddle over medium-high heat.
3
Toast tortillas
Toast each tortilla until crispy and golden brown on both sides.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Ensure the tortillas do not burn; they should be crispy but not charred.

How to Make Mexican Tlayuda with Refried Beans and Oaxacan Cheese

Total time: 1 h 33 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Tlayuda Assembly
Spread an even layer of refried beans over each toasted tortilla.
2
Cheese Topping
Distribute the shredded Oaxacan cheese evenly over the beans.
3
Grill Heating
Grill the tlayuda just until the cheese melts and bubbles.