World Flavors Cookbook

Sopes de Chorizo

Thick corn masa bases with a pinched rim, lightly fried and piled high with beans, meat, and fresh toppings.

Cuisine: Mexico

Ingredients

• 12 small thick corn tortillas (freshly made)
• 1 cup refried beans
• 200g cooked chorizo
• Crumbled queso fresco
• Shredded lettuce and salsa

Instructions

1. Cook the thick tortillas on a griddle. While still hot, pinch the edges up to form a shallow bowl.
2. Lightly fry the bases in oil for a minute.
3. Spread beans on the bottom.
4. Top with chorizo, lettuce, cheese, and salsa.
5. Serve hot as a handheld snack.