Savor the traditional flavors of Mexico with this delightful Tlacoyos de Frijol con Nopal Salad recipe. Tlacoyos are oval-shaped corn masa creations stuffed with earthy refried beans and topped with a vibrant, warm salad of cactus paddles and onions. Perfect as an appetizer or light main dish, this simple yet flavorful recipe captures the essence of authentic Mexican cuisine.

Ingredients

🌽 50 g nixtamalized corn masa with green flecks
🧂 1 pinch salt
🥄 ½ teaspoon canola oil
🫘 ⅓ cup refried beans
💧 3 tablespoons hot water
🌵 1 medium nopal, chopped
🌿 1 sprig finely chopped cilantro
🧅 ¼ white onion, julienned
🥄 1 teaspoon oil
🧂 Salt

Instructions

1- Form the Masa:

• Shape the nixtamalized corn masa into a golf ball-sized portion

2- Flatten the Masa:

• Use your hands to create a small, thick tortilla

3- Add the Filling:

• Place ½ to 1 tablespoon of refried beans in the center of the masa

4- Seal the Masa:

• Carefully encase the beans by sealing the masa edges
• Remove excess beans if they ooze out

5- Shape the Tlacoyo:

• Reshape the filled masa into an oval, defining the typical tlacoyo form

6- Heat the Pan:

• Heat a frying pan or griddle over low heat
• Add ½ teaspoon of oil and allow it to heat

7- Cook the Tlacoyo:

• Cook until both sides achieve a light golden tone, flipping as needed

8- Prepare for Salad Sautéing:

• In a separate pan, heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat

9- Sauté the Onions:

• Sauté julienned onions in the hot oil until they soften slightly

10- Add Nopales:
- Add pre-cooked, diced nopales to the onions

11- Add Cilantro:
- Sprinkle the cilantro into the mixture

12- Season the Salad:
- Season to taste with salt

13- Combine Salad Ingredients:
- Thoroughly combine the salad ingredients, heating evenly then remove from heat

14- Decorate Tlacoyo:
- Decorate the cooked tlacoyo with the warm nopal salad

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Equipment: Mixing bowls, Measuring cups/spoons, Small beige ceramic plate, Black non-stick frying pan with a red outer base, Black slotted plastic/silicone spatula, Standard commercial gas stovetop, Small metal rectangular serving tray

Cooking Tips:

• Ensure the masa ball is maintained at golf ball size for ease in shaping
• Center the beans accurately to minimize spills when encasing the masa
• Utilize hands to shape the tlacoyo into its characteristic oval form
• Pre-cook the nopales to streamline the sautéing process

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Tlacoyos de Frijol con Nopal Salad