Molletes – a delicious recipe with pinto beans, olive oil, salt, whole wheat bread, queso blanco, chile-garlic sauce. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
General
Servings:persons
1
Place beans in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Let stand for 1 hour.
2
Drain and rinse beans. Add enough fresh water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water, and rinse.
3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beans and salt. Fry until beans are very soft, stirring and mashing frequently, 5 to 7 minutes.
4
Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on low heat.
5
Spread an equal amount of beans on each slice of bread and sprinkle queso on top. Place bread slices on a baking sheet.
6
Broil until beans are warmed and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven and top with chile-garlic sauce.
168
kcal
Calories
8
g
Fat
20
g
Carbs
6
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 6 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces dried pinto beans, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 16 slices white whole wheat bread, and more.
Yes, Molletes falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.
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