Sopes

Ingredients

• 3 cups masa harina

• 1 tablespoon salt

• 2 cups warm water

• 1 quart oil, for frying

• Refried beans

• Meat (chicken or beef), shredded

• Lettuce, shredded

• Tomatoes, diced

• La Morenita Queso Fresco, crumbled

Directions

1. Whisk masa harina and salt together in a bowl. Stir in enough water until dough is smooth and holds together.

2. Form dough into twelve 2-inch balls. Place balls onto parchment paper and flatten to 1/2-inch thick circles.

3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 400°F

4. Working in batches, fry a few sopes at a time until lightly browned, about 30 seconds per side. Transfer with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate and let cool. Pinch the edges together to form a little boat.

5. Return sopes to the hot oil and fry until golden and cooked through, 1 to 2 more minutes. Drain on paper towels.

6. Spread a layer of beans on the sopes, then top with the chicken, lettuce, tomato, and Queso Fresco.