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Authentic Enfrijoladas Mexicanas Recipe

Savory Authentic Enfrijoladas Mexicanas Recipe for Comfort

Enjoy the Authentic Enfrijoladas Mexicanas Recipe, a comforting dish that features tortillas drenched in creamy bean sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 enfrijoladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Opt for homemade for best results.
  • 2 Tbsp Oil for Frying For healthier version, warm tortillas instead.
For the Filling
  • 1 large Onion, diced Substitution: Shallots for a milder taste.
  • 1 lb Queso Fresco, crumbled Substitution: Feta or ricotta can work.
For the Sauce
  • 3 cups Cooked Beans Use black or pinto beans based on preference.
  • 1.5 cups Bean Cooking Water or Vegetable Stock Stock enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 small Onion For sauce.
  • 2 pieces Chipotle in Adobo Peppers Substitution: Any hot pepper if unavailable.
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin Powder
  • 1 clove Garlic, peeled
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • to taste Salt
For the Toppings
  • Mexican crema or sour cream
  • Additional queso fresco
  • Chopped cilantro
  • Avocado slices
  • Fresh chilies or salsa

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan
  • Frying pan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by crumbling the queso fresco into a bowl, then add the diced onion, mixing well to combine. Set aside.
  2. In a blender, combine the cooked beans, bean cooking water, chipotle peppers, half an onion, garlic, and cumin. Blend until smooth for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and pour in the blended bean mixture. Stir, season with salt, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat, fry each tortilla for about 10 seconds on each side. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Dip each warmed tortilla in the bean sauce to coat. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center, fold, and arrange on a platter.
  6. Drizzle additional bean sauce over the enfrijoladas, sprinkle with queso fresco, cilantro, and desired toppings. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enfrijoladaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For a perfect texture, prepare fresh, homemade tortillas and adjust the spice level as desired.

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