Description
Baleadas are a traditional Honduran dish consisting of a thick flour tortilla filled with a variety of ingredients, typically including refried beans, cheese, and cream. This simple yet delicious meal is a staple in Honduran cuisine and can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Honduran crema
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the vegetable oil and warm water, and knead until a smooth dough forms.
- Divide the dough into small balls, cover, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Roll each ball into a flat circle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook each tortilla for about 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
- Spread a layer of refried beans on each tortilla, then sprinkle with cheese and drizzle with cream.
- Fold the tortilla in half and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include scrambled eggs, avocado, or hot sauce as additional fillings.
- Ensure the skillet is hot before cooking the tortillas to achieve the perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Latin American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baleada
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg