Jul 14 2026

Sopes Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

4 sopes bathed in chile guajillo salsa. Topped with refried beans, shredded chicken, lettuce, diced tomato, queso fresco, and sour cream.

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Ingredients

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Sopes

Chile Guajillo Salsa

Method

Sopes Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, salt, and water. Mix until a smooth dough forms.

  2. 2

    Shape the Sopes

    Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten it into a disc about 1/2 inch thick. Pinch the edges to create a small raised border.

  3. 3

    Cook the Sopes

    Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each disc for about 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

Chile Guajillo Salsa Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Chiles

    Remove the stems and seeds from the guajillo chiles. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften.

  2. 5

    Blend the Salsa

    In a blender, combine softened guajillo chiles, garlic cloves, onion, vegetable broth, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 6

    Heat the Salsa

    Pour the blended salsa into a saucepan and simmer for about 10 minutes to deepen the flavors.

Assembling the Sopes

  1. 7

    Top the Sopes

    Spread a layer of refried beans on each sopes base. Top with shredded chicken, lettuce, diced tomato, and queso fresco.

  2. 8

    Serve with Salsa

    Drizzle the prepared chile guajillo salsa over the top. Add a dollop of sour cream before serving.

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