Enfrijoladas: A Simple and Satisfying Mexican Delight
Enfrijoladas are a comforting Mexican dish featuring corn tortillas soaked in creamy black bean sauce and topped with crumbled queso fresco and onions. This simple and satisfying recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual brunches, offering bold flavors with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
For the Bean Sauce:
2 cups cooked black beans (or canned, drained)
1 ½ cups vegetable broth (or water)
1 garlic clove
¼ white onion
2 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
For the Tortillas:
8 corn tortillas
½ cup crumbled queso fresco
¼ cup finely chopped white onion
Optional Toppings:
Mexican crema
Avocado slices
Instructions
- Make the Bean Sauce:
- In a blender, combine the black beans, vegetable broth (or water), garlic, onion, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Heat the Bean Sauce:
- Heat the lard or vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Pour in the bean mixture.
- Simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Warm the Tortillas:
- In a separate skillet, lightly warm the corn tortillas to make them pliable. Heat for about 20 seconds per side on medium heat.
- Assemble the Enfrijoladas:
- Dip each tortilla into the warm black bean sauce, coating it thoroughly.
- Fold or roll the tortillas and place them on a plate, ensuring the bean sauce is absorbed into the tortillas.
- Serve and Garnish:
- Spoon extra bean sauce over the top of the enfrijoladas for added flavor.
- Garnish with crumbled queso fresco, chopped onion, and optional Mexican crema and avocado slices.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately while hot and enjoy this delicious Mexican dish!
Notes
Spicy Kick: Add chopped jalapeños or spicy salsa to the bean sauce for an extra kick.
Topping Ideas: Top with a fried egg or sautéed vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini for added texture and flavor.
Gluten-Free: Corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, making this dish suitable for gluten-sensitive individuals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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