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Crispy Masa Sopes with Refried Beans

Crispy fried masa cups filled with warm refried beans, cheese, and fresh toppings. A TikTok-easy Mexican street food that feels fancy but takes 15 minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
13g
Crispy Masa Sopes with Refried Beans
casualsatisfyingmexicanvegetarianbeanscrispysoftweeknight

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Mix masa harina with 0.75 cup warm water until you have a soft, pliable dough. Rest 2 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Warm refried beans in a small bowl or directly in a skillet over medium heat, 3–4 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Shape a golf-ball-size piece of dough into a flat disc, then pinch up the edges to form a shallow cup.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 0.5 inch oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until a small piece of dough sizzles immediately.

  5. Step 5

    Fry each masa cup 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.

  6. Step 6

    Fill each warm sope with beans, cheese, a drizzle of crema, and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet
  • small bowl or second skillet
  • spatula or slotted spoon
  • paper towels

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