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Simple and Delicious Homemade Sopes

Enjoy the heartiness of these authentic Mexican sopes. They are thick corn discs with raised edges, perfect for holding your favorite fillings. To make this recipe more approachable, we're skipping the tortilla press and using everyday kitchen tools instead. We've also included suggestions for tradi...
3
50 min
TOTAL TIME
195
CALORIES
$0.28
PER SERVING
Simple and Delicious Homemade Sopes
Directions
START WITH
20 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
50 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of masa harina and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
2
Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable shortening to the bowl. Use your fingers to rub it into the masa mix until you achieve a crumbly texture.
3
Next, pour in 1 1/4 cups of warm water. Mix and knead with your hands until a smooth and slightly sticky dough forms. If necessary, add a bit more water to reach the correct consistency, but do so cautiously to avoid making the dough too wet.
4
Divide your dough into 8 even portions and roll each into a ball. Cover them with a damp cloth to keep them soft.
5
Instead of using a tortilla press, find a flat bottom pot or pan. Line it with plastic wrap, place a dough ball in the middle, and press down to form a 1/4 inch thick disk.
6
Heat a griddle or large pan over medium-high heat and brush it lightly with olive oil.
7
Add the flattened dough to the hot griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining dough balls.
8
While each patty is still warm, pinch the edges to form a ridge around the circle. This will create a 'boat' to hold your toppings, creating your sope shape.
SERVING
9
Top each warm sope with a tablespoon of refried beans, a spoonful of salsa, and sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco. Enjoy your homemade sopes while they're hot!
Health Info
Macros
27g
CARBS
7g
FAT
4g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT