Caribbean: Belize: Belizean Garnaches (A Flat, Fried Corn Tortilla With A Variety of Toppings)
INGREDIENTS:
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
2 cups PLANTERS Peanut Oil
10 corn tortillas (4 inch)
1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
2-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
2 carrots, shredded
2 Tbsp. cider vinegar
1 can (19 oz.) red kidney beans, rinsed
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
HERE ARE THE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MAKE IT:
HEAT:
oil to 350°F in large skillet. Add tortillas, in batches; cook 1 to 2 min. or until crisp. Drain on paper towels.
MIX:
1/4 cup dressing, cabbage, carrots and vinegar. Combine beans and remaining dressing in medium skillet, mashing beans slightly. Cook on medium heat 10 min., stirring frequently. Add cream cheese; cook and stir until melted.
SPREAD:
bean mixture onto tortillas; top with cabbage mixture and Parmesan.
OTHER IMPORTANT TIPS ON HOW TO MAKE GARNACHE:
Garnaches, a Belizean specialty, are like Mexican nachos. These fast-food favorites are traditionally sold by street vendors.
SUBSTITUTE:
If 4-inch corn tortillas are unavailable, substitute 5 (6-inch) corn tortillas, cut in half.
