Sopes de Res

Sopes de Res are hearty, traditional Mexican corn masa boats topped with savory shredded beef and fresh garnishes. This paleo-friendly dish offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures, perfect for a fulfilling lunch.

Ingredients

• Corn masa harina - 1 cup
• Water - 1/2 cup
• Ground beef - 250 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine corn masa harina and water, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a disc about 1 cm thick.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each disc for 2-3 minutes on each side until slightly golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add olive oil and then the ground beef. Season with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
5. Cook the beef for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
6. To assemble the sopes, press the edges of each corn disc to form a raised border.
7. Top each sope with a generous amount of the cooked beef, followed by avocado slices, radish, and chopped cilantro.
8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 29 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the beef, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocado, promoting heart health.

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