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Authentic Enfrijoladas Mexicanas Recipe

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Delight in this Authentic Enfrijoladas Mexicanas recipe, a scrumptious vegetarian dish that wraps corn tortillas in creamy bean sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enfrijoladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortillas
  • 12 pieces Corn Tortillas Use homemade for better texture and sturdiness
For the Bean Sauce
  • 1 large Onion, diced Adds flavor and aromatic depth to both the filling and sauce
  • 3 cups Cooked Beans Black beans are traditional
  • 1.5 cups Beans Cooking Water or Vegetable Stock Helps achieve the desired sauce consistency
  • 2 pieces Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Adjust quantity based on preference
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin Powder Enhances flavor profile with earthy notes
  • 1 clove Garlic Peeled
  • Salt To taste
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Queso Fresco, crumbled Can substitute with feta or ricotta
For Frying
  • Vegetable Oil For frying tortillas; olive oil or avocado oil can be used
For Toppings
  • Mexican Crema or Sour Cream Adds creaminess to the finished dish
  • Chopped Cilantro For freshness and added flavor
  • Avocado Slices Optional
  • Fresh Chilies or Salsa Optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Paper towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the crumbled queso fresco with the diced onion and mix to create a filling.
  2. Blend together cooked beans, bean cooking water or vegetable stock, chipotle peppers, and garlic until smooth.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet and fry each corn tortilla for about 10 seconds per side until warm and pliable.
  4. Dip each fried tortilla into bean sauce, fill with the queso fresco and onion mixture, and fold into half-moon shapes.
  5. Drizzle extra bean sauce over assembled enfrijoladas and garnish with toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enfrijoladaCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat by thawing and warming in the oven or microwave.

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