Tostadas (Fried Corn Tortillas Piled with Salad)

• 8 Corn tortillas
• Oil for deep frying
• 250 g Frijoles Refritos; (re-fried beans), recipe on site (8oz)
• 1/2 Lettuce; shredded finely
• 2 Cooked chicken breasts; shredded finely
• 4 Tomatoes; sliced thinly
• 1/2 Onion; sliced in rings
• 1 Avocado; sliced
• 125 ml Soured cream; (4 floz)
• 50 g Mild Cheddar cheese; grated (2oz)
• Chiles en Vinagre; (pickled peppers)
• Salt and black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Deep-fry the tortillas in the oil and warm the re-fried beans.

2. 2

   Spread each tortilla with the warm beans and then lay on some of the lettuce, chicken, tomato, onion and avocado slices.

3. 3

   Spoon 1 tablespoon of the soured cream over each Tostada.

4. 4

   Sprinkle with some cheese and add pickled peppers and a pinch of salt and black pepper.

5. 5

   Eat immediately.

6. 6

   To eat, lift the whole Tostada with your hand, making sure you do not tilt it.

7. 7

   Take a small bite at a time so you don''t crack it and cause it all to drop on to your plate !

8. 8

   You might also end up with a never-ending mouthful, if you attempt big bites !

9. 9

   Serve one per person as a snack or two or more for a light meal.