Dairy-Free Sopes

Savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with these Dairy-Free Sopes, a delightful gluten-free dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Crafted from masa harina, these hand-formed corn dough creations are lightly toasted, fried to golden perfection, and shaped to create a crispy, edible bowl. Each sope is layered with creamy, dairy-free refried beans and topped with a medley of fresh ingredients like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onions, and creamy avocado slices, with optional additions like tender shredded chicken for extra protein. Finished with a drizzle of salsa and a sprinkle of cilantro, these customizable sopes are as beautiful as they are flavorful, making them a fantastic party appetizer or satisfying main course. With just 45 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy dairy-free recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Masa harina
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 cup Refried beans (dairy-free)
• 1 cup Cooked and shredded chicken (optional)
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Diced red onion
• 1 whole Avocado slices
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the masa harina and salt together.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water to the masa harina while mixing until a soft and pliable dough forms. The dough should not be sticky. If it's too dry, add a tablespoon of water at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 3

Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each into a ball.

Step 4

Flatten each ball gently with your hands or a tortilla press to form a disc about 4 inches in diameter and 1/4 inch thick.

Step 5

Heat a dry skillet or griddle over medium heat and cook each masa disc for about 2 minutes on each side until lightly toasted.

Step 6

Once toasted, remove the masa disc from the skillet and, while warm, pinch the edges upwards to create a shallow 'bowl' shape. This will form the sides of the sope.

Step 7

Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each sope for about 30 seconds to 1 minute per side until golden and slightly crispy. Drain them on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 8

Spread a thin layer of dairy-free refried beans on the base of each sope.

Step 9

Add your desired toppings such as shredded chicken, lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, avocado slices, and salsa.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1735.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1647.7

Total Fat 90.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.8g
Cholesterol 202.8mg	0%
Sodium 4074.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 122.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 98.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 351.1mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 3208.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 28.9%