Molletes Recipe
2 bolillo halves topped with beans, Mexican cheese, and chorizo.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Toppings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chorizo
In a skillet over medium heat, add the chorizo. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until it’s fully cooked and browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 2
Prepare the Bolillos
While the chorizo is cooking, slice the bolillo rolls in half lengthwise. Place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- 3
Spread the Beans
Spread ½ cup of refried beans evenly over the cut side of each bolillo half.
- 4
Add the Chorizo
Once the chorizo is cooked, distribute it evenly over the refried beans on each bolillo half.
- 5
Top with Cheese
Sprinkle ¼ cup of Mexican cheese over the chorizo on each bolillo half.
Cooking
- 6
Broil the Molletes
Preheat the oven broiler. Place the baking sheet with the prepared bolillo halves under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Serving
- 7
Add Optional Toppings
Remove the molletes from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Top with sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro as desired.
- 8
Serve
Serve the molletes warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
