BLACK BEAN TOSTADA

Steps:

• Pour vegetable oil in a skillet to about 1/2 inch depth.
• Heat until the oil is hot.
• Fry the tortillas, one at a time, for about a minute on each side until they are crisp.
• Drain the tortillas on paper towels and set aside.
• To make the black beans, saute the onions, garlic, cumin, coriander, and chiles in teh oil using a large skillet until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5-10 minutes.
• Add the drained black beans to the skillet. Mash with a potato masher or spoon until most of the beans are mashed.
• Add the tomatoes and orange juice.
• Cover and simmer on very low heat for 5-10 minutes. Add salt to taste.
• For the quacamole, slice the avocados in half.
• Remove the pits and scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon.
• In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until fairly smooth.
• Add the garlic, lemon juice, and salt to taste.
• Or use a food processor for a very smooth guacamole.
• To layer the tostadas: Start with a crisp tortilla, cover it generously with shredded lettuce and then black beans, topped with grated cheese, guacamole, and salta. Top with a dollop of sour cream.