Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

bolillo rolls

split in half

8 tbsp

refried beans

8 ounce

mushrooms

sliced

3 tbsp

butter

softened

4 ounce

fresh mozzarrella

sliced

1 unit

scallion

chopped

1 unit

dried chile arbol

crumbled

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Sautee sliced mushrooms until they release their liquid and most of it has evaporated.

Step 4
~2 min

Crumble in dried chile arbol (including seeds, but not the stem).

Step 5
~2 min

Sautee for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

While the mushrooms are cooking, toast the bolillo roll halves in the preheated oven.

Step 7
~2 min

Spread 0.5 tablespoon of butter over each toasted bolillo half.

Step 8
~2 min

Top each bolillo half with 2 tablespoons of refried beans.

Step 9
~2 min

Add 1 ounce of sliced fresh mozzarella (or shredded melting cheese) to each.

Key Technique: Melting
Step 10
~2 min

Spoon the sauteed mushrooms onto the cheese.

Step 11
~2 min

Garnish with chopped scallions.

Step 12
~2 min

Return the bolillo roll halves to the oven.

Step 13
~2 min

Bake until the cheese is completely melted and the beans are hot.

Step 14
~2 min

If desired, broil briefly to brown the cheese, being careful not to burn the edges of the rolls.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a squeeze of lime juice to the mushrooms for extra tang.

Use different types of mushrooms for a more complex flavor.

Toast the bolillo rolls under a broiler for a quicker toasting time, but watch closely to avoid burning.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Components can be prepped ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of pico de gallo.

Serve warm.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican street corn
Guacamole and chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Molletes are a common and popular breakfast or snack food in Mexico.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Game day
Casual gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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