Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 pound

beans cooked

4 cup

broth

6 tbsp

lard

melted

0.25 unit

onions

finely chopped

2 ounce

queso fresco

crumbled

12 unit

flour tortillas

fried

10 unit

romaine lettuce leaves

6 unit

radishes

Step 1
~3 min

Prepare a 10-inch frying pan.

Key Technique: Frying
Step 2
~3 min

Heat lard or pork drippings in the pan over medium heat.

Step 3
~3 min

Add finely chopped onions to the pan and sauté until softened, without browning.

Step 4
~3 min

Add 1 cup of cooked beans with their broth to the pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Mash the beans well over high heat using a bean masher or wooden potato masher.

Step 6
~3 min

Gradually add the remaining beans, mashing continuously until you achieve a coarse puree consistency.

Key Technique: Mashing
Step 7
~3 min

Continue cooking the puree until it begins to dry out and sizzle at the edges, indicating it is separating from the pan surface.

Step 8
~3 min

Tilt the pan from side to side while cooking to help the puree form a loose roll.

Step 9
~3 min

Allow the puree to cook for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, until a roll forms.

Step 10
~3 min

Tip the bean roll onto a serving dish, similar to folding an omelet.

Step 11
~3 min

Garnish the roll with crumbled queso fresco.

Step 12
~3 min

Adorn with crisp triangles of fried flour tortillas or tortilla chips.

Step 13
~3 min

Decorate as desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier flavor, add a pinch of chili powder while cooking.

Use different types of beans for a unique taste.

Serve with a side of salsa or hot sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Beans can be cooked in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or vegetables.

Serve as an appetizer with salsa and guacamole.

Serve as a topping for nachos.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled steak
Chicken enchiladas
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in Mexican cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Casual dinner
Potluck
Fiesta

Popularity Score

60/100