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If using chorizo, crumble and fry until browned. Set aside.","group":"Preparation","title":"Season the beef and grill or sear","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a small saucepan, heat the refried black beans until warm and spreadable. Adjust consistency with a splash of water if they are too thick.","group":"Preparation","title":"Heat the refried black beans","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Place the large corn tortilla on a hot comal, griddle, or directly over a low flame. Heat until it begins to dry out and becomes slightly crispy.","group":"Assembly","title":"Place the large corn tortilla","timerMinutes":3,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Spread a layer of asiento (pork lard) evenly across the surface of the tortilla.","group":"Assembly","title":"Spread a layer of asiento evenly across the surface of the tortilla","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Apply a thin, even layer of the warm refried black beans over the lard.","group":"Assembly","title":"Apply a thin, even layer of the warm refried black beans","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Scatter the shredded quesillo and the cooked meat over the beans. Continue to heat on the griddle until the cheese starts to melt and the tortilla is very crispy.","group":"Assembly","title":"Scatter the shredded quesillo and the cooked meat","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Remove from heat and top with shredded cabbage, sliced tomatoes, and avocado slices. Drizzle with your favorite salsa.","group":"Assembly","title":"Remove from heat and top","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"Serve either open-faced or folded in half. Cut into wedges if desired.","group":"Serving","title":"Serve either open-faced or folded","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Serving"}],"notes":"For a truly authentic taste, use a 'comal' (flat griddle) to toast the tortilla until it's perfectly crisp. 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