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Baleadas

Enjoy these warm, soft tortillas filled with creamy beans and tangy cheese, a delicious taste of Honduras.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Honduran
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup water or as needed
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup hot sauce or salsa optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add the vegetable oil and gradually mix in the water until a soft dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes.
  4. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each piece into a ball.
  6. Use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a thin disc.
  7. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  8. Cook each tortilla for about 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
  9. Spread refried beans on one half of each tortilla.
  10. Sprinkle cheese and a drizzle of hot sauce over the beans, fold tortillas in half, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped avocado or scrambled eggs.