Before guests arrive, measure, slice and chop all ingredients for both the stir-fry and the refried beans. They both cook quickly. You might want to consider making the refried beans ahead and simply reheating them before serving. Such a speedy time frame is guaranteed to keep you and the kitchen cool even in the heat of the summer. This smoky and lightly spicy entree is flavored with both bacon and chipotle chile peppers.
Chipotle chiles are red ripe jalapeno chiles that have been smoked in banana leaves.
They add depth of flavor to Mexican dishes of all kinds. Serve this lively stir-fry over thinly shredded lettuce, to add a light cooling effect that is a treat to the summer palate. Or, if you're feeling more traditional, rice also would be nice. Treat your guests to a comforting bread pudding for dessert. To keep the Mexican theme, select a recipe with lots of cinnamon.