Tortas de Frijoles

Tortas de Frijoles are delicious, hearty bean cakes that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for a satisfying vegetarian dinner. Served with fresh toppings, they offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors that celebrate authentic Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients

• Black beans - 200 grams, cooked and mashed
• Cornmeal - 100 grams
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (for frying)
• Avocado - 1, sliced (for topping)
• Sour cream - 100 grams (for topping)
• Tomato - 1, diced (for topping)
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the cooked and mashed black beans, cornmeal, all-purpose flour, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into small patties, about 1 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
4. Once cooked, remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
5. Serve the tortas warm, topped with sliced avocado, diced tomato, and a dollop of sour cream. Accompany with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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