Sopes de Chorizo con Frijoles y Queso

Ingredients

• 2 cups of masa harina
• 1/2 cup of warm water
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 1 pound chorizo, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup cooked frijoles (pinto beans)
• 1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese
• Chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

To Make the Sopes

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine masa harina and warm water.
2. Mix until dough comes together.
3. Knead for 5 minutes.
4. Divide dough into 8 equal pieces.
5. Roll each piece into a ball and then flatten slightly into disks.

To Fry the Sopes

1. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Fry the sopes for 30-40 seconds on each side, until crispy and golden brown.
3. Remove from oil and set aside.

To Prepare the Toppings

1. In the same skillet, cook chorizo over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
3. Stir in cooked frijoles and cook for 2-3 minutes.

To Assemble the Sopes

1. Place a fried sop on each plate.
2. Top each sop with a spoonful of the chorizo mixture, followed by shredded cheese.
3. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Serve and Enjoy!

Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious Mexican dish!