Sopes de Frijol

Sopes de Frijol are a delightful Mexican breakfast dish featuring thick corn tortillas topped with a rich refried bean mixture, fresh toppings, and a drizzle of crema. This vegetarian dish is not only satisfying but also offers a burst of authentic flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Corn masa harina - 1 cup
• Water - 1/2 cup
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black beans (cooked and mashed) - 1 cup
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cotija cheese (crumbled) - 1/4 cup
• Fresh cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Sour cream or Mexican crema - 1/4 cup
• Radishes (sliced) - 1/2 cup
• Avocado (sliced) - 1/2
• Lime wedges - 2

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the corn masa harina, water, and salt to form a smooth dough.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a small ball.
3. Flatten each ball into a thick disc about 1/2 inch thick.
4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the discs for about 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
5. Remove the cooked tortillas and pinch the edges to form a small rim around each to hold the toppings.
6. In the same skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and add the mashed black beans, cooking until warmed through.
7. Spoon the refried black beans onto each sope base, spreading it evenly within the rim.
8. Top each sope with crumbled Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, and avocado.
9. Drizzle with sour cream or Mexican crema and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 14 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from black beans.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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