Enfrijoladas

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Enfrijolada filled with scrambled eggs, served with cheese, onion, chorizo, and crema

Enfrijoladas are a Mexican dish made of corn tortillas rolled around a filling and covered in a savory bean sauce. They are similar to enchiladas, but are prepared using a sauce made from refried beans rather than chili peppers. Enfrijoladas are typically served with cheese, onions, and crema. [1] [2] There are regional differences to the recipe, and it is also eaten in some parts of Central America. In Mexico, Enfrijoladas is often served as a breakfast dish. [3]

The bean purée is made by soaking cooked beans in their own cooking water, or by blending them and adding enough water to achieve a liquid consistency. The soaked mixture is usually then cooked in a pot where sliced onions and garlic are fried in either lard or vegetable oil, allowing the onions and garlic to flavor the purée. [4]

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References

  1. "Enfrijoladas ⋆ Larousse Cocina". Larousse Cocina (in Spanish). Retrieved 2026-01-16.
  2. Kennedy, Diana (2008). The Art of Mexican Cooking. Clarkson Potter. ISBN   978-0-307-38325-9.
  3. "Enfrijolada, Traditional Breakfast From Mexico". TasteAtlas.
  4. Nimtz, Sharon (November 4, 2008). "Twice Bitten: The thin place". Rutland Herald. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016.