Easy Mexican Sopes

Mexican sopes are fried corn tortillas that can be filled with beans, cheese, and meat for a festive appetizer that will be the hit of the party.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 169 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 quart oil for frying
• 3 cups masa harina
• 2 cups warm water, or as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) in a deep-fryer or large saucepan.

Step 2

Whisk masa harina and salt together; stir enough water into mixture until dough is smooth and holds together.

Step 3

Form dough into 2-inch balls. Flatten each ball to a 1/2-inch thick circle.

Step 4

Fry dough in the hot oil until sopes are just lightly browned, about 30 seconds per side. Remove sopes with tongs and place on a paper towel-lined plate; cool just until sopes can be handled. Pinch the edges of each sope together forming little 'boats'. Return to hot oil and fry until golden and cooked through, 1 to 2 minutes.