Sopes Tapatios

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these irresistibly crispy Sopes Tapatios, a true star of traditional Mexican street food. Made from a simple masa harina dough, each sope is hand-formed, lightly griddled, and fried to golden perfection, creating the perfect edible bowl for layers of delicious toppings. These savory delights are piled high with refried beans, zesty salsa verde or roja, crumbled queso fresco, and fresh veggies like shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes, all finished with a dollop of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of cilantro. Perfectly customizable and bursting with bold flavors, Sopes Tapatios are a must-try for taco night or any festive gathering. Serve them hot with lime wedges for a vibrant and authentic dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

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
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup Refried beans
• 0.5 cup Salsa verde or roja
• 0.5 cup Crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes
• 0.25 cup Diced onion
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, warm water, and salt. Mix until a smooth and pliable dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more water a tablespoon at a time.

Step 2

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball into a thick disc about 3 inches in diameter.

Step 3

Preheat a nonstick griddle or skillet over medium heat. Cook each disc for 1-2 minutes on each side, until lightly golden and cooked through.

Step 4

While the discs are still warm, pinch the edges upward to form a rim. This will create the characteristic sope shape, which will hold the toppings. Set aside.

Step 5

In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry each sope for 1-2 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 6

Warm the refried beans in a small saucepan.

Step 7

Top each sope with a thin layer of refried beans, followed by a spoonful of salsa, crumbled queso fresco, shredded lettuce, sour cream, diced tomatoes, diced onions, and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an added burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1750.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3878.9

Total Fat 307.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 157.5mg	0%
Sodium 2996.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 252.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.1g
Protein 67.8g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 1340.7mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2615.2mg	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: 68.3%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 25.0%