Dobladas Guatemala

Savor the rich and authentic flavors of Guatemala with this Dobladas recipe, a traditional delight featuring golden, crispy masa pockets filled with your choice of shredded chicken or creamy refried beans. These crave-worthy turnovers are fried to perfection and topped with a vibrant homemade tomato sauce, fresh crumbled queso fresco, crisp shredded cabbage, and a sprinkle of cilantro. The combination of textures and zesty flavors is complemented by an optional squeeze of lime for a bright finishing touch. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, this quick and easy recipe brings the heart of Guatemalan street food straight to your table. Whether you're a fan of Latin American cuisine or looking to try something new, these dobladas are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Masa harina (corn flour)
• 1.5 cups Warm water
• 1 cup Cooked chicken (shredded) or refried beans
• 1 cup Vegetable oil
• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 small White onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Fresh queso fresco (crumbled)
• 2 cups Cabbage (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 Lime (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and warm water to form a soft dough. Knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and pliable. Cover with a damp cloth to keep it from drying out.

Step 2

For the filling, prepare the shredded cooked chicken or refried beans. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

To make the tomato sauce, blend the tomatoes, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth. Pour the mixture into a small pot and simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 4

Divide the masa dough into 8 equal balls. Flatten each ball into a circle about 6 inches in diameter using a tortilla press or by placing the ball between two sheets of plastic and pressing it flat.

Step 5

Place 1 to 2 tablespoons of the chicken or bean filling on one-half of each tortilla. Fold the tortilla in half and seal the edges by pressing gently.

Step 6

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, fry the dobladas in batches for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crisp. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

To serve, top the dobladas with a spoonful of the tomato sauce, some crumbled queso fresco, shredded cabbage, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2061.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3933.9

Total Fat 280.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 134.8g
Cholesterol 373.7mg	0%
Sodium 4302.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 145.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1827.3mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3096.3mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 23.3%