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Molotes de Frijoles

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Molotes de Frijoles

Fried masa dumplings filled with seasoned black beans and fresh cheese, a beloved Oaxacan street food.

Total time
50 min
Prep
30 min
Cook
20 min
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Mexican
vegetarian

Ingredients

400gmasa harina
350mlwarm water
1 tspsalt
300gcooked black beans, mashed
1 tspcumin
100gfresh cheese, crumbled
vegetable oilfor frying
salsa and cremato serve

Instructions

1

Mix masa harina with water and salt to form a smooth dough.

2

Season mashed beans with cumin and salt.

3

Shape dough into oval patties, fill with beans and cheese, fold and seal.

4

Deep-fry at 175°C for 4–5 minutes until golden.

5

Serve with salsa verde and crema.

Nutrition (estimated)

Per serving, based on a standard 4-serving portion and standard nutrition references — not a lab or USDA-verified measurement.

Calories
464
Protein
15.7g
Fat
4.3g
Carbs
94g
Fiber
13g
Sodium
483mg

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