Huarache (Oval Corn Cake with Beans and Meat)

Name: Huarache (Oval Corn Cake with Beans and Meat)
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 pcs
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 300 g masa harina; 350 ml lukewarm water and 1/2 tsp salt for the masa; 200 ml refried beans (frijoles refritos); 300 g spiced roasted or cooked, shredded beef or chicken; 1 handful shredded iceberg lettuce; 80 g grated cheese (cotija, feta or cheddar); 100 ml sour cream; salsa verde for serving; a little oil for frying

Time: 50 min4 pcsapprox. 480 kcal / serving (estimated)approx. 21 g protein / serving

Huarache is one of Mexico City's favorite street foods: an oval, sandal-shaped corn cake topped with beans, meat, lettuce, cheese and salsa. It is filling, crisp and tender at once, and you can eat it by hand, though a knife and fork come in handy.

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Ingredients

300 g masa harina
350 ml lukewarm water and 1/2 tsp salt for the masa
200 ml refried beans (frijoles refritos)
300 g spiced roasted or cooked, shredded beef or chicken
1 handful shredded iceberg lettuce
80 g grated cheese (cotija, feta or cheddar)
100 ml sour cream
salsa verde for serving
a little oil for frying

Method

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Mix the masa harina with the salt and gradually add the water, kneading into a soft, non-sticky dough; let it rest covered for 10 minutes.
Divide the dough into 4 equal balls and press or roll each into an oval, sandal-shaped cake about 20 cm long.
Heat a dry skillet over medium-high heat and cook the cakes for 3-4 minutes per side, until they are spotted and cooked through.
Spread the hot cakes thinly with the warmed beans.
Top with the warm meat, lettuce, cheese and sour cream, and spoon salsa verde over.
Serve right away, one cake per serving.

A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.

Tips

The masa should not be too dry, or the cake will crack; dampen your hands when shaping.
Spread on the beans while the cake is still warm so they stick well.
Instead of meat, you can top it with sautéed mushrooms, nopal or cheese.

Frequently asked questions

Is it gluten-free?

Yes, masa harina is naturally gluten-free, but check the packaging.

Can I make it ahead?

Cook the cakes ahead and reheat them dry; add the toppings fresh.

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