Traditional Honduran Baleadas

Discover the irresistible flavors of **Traditional Honduran Baleadas**, a beloved comfort food that brings the heart of Central American cuisine to your table. This iconic dish starts with soft, homemade flour tortillas filled with creamy, seasoned refried beans and a medley of classic toppings like crumbled queso fresco, tangy sour cream, and buttery sliced avocado. The tortillas are effortlessly made from scratch, achieving the perfect chewy texture, while the refried beans are enhanced with sautéed onion and garlic for a rich, soulful base. Ready in under an hour, these baleadas are ideal for breakfast, lunch, or dinner and can be customized with your favorite add-ons. Perfectly satisfying and simple to make, this recipe lets you experience the authentic taste of Honduras in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup warm water
• 2 cups canned red kidney beans
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 cup queso fresco or feta cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 0 to taste salt

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the vegetable oil and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Slowly add the warm water and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough is resting, prepare the refried beans. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 7

Stir in the canned red kidney beans with their liquid and let them cook until most of the liquid evaporates, about 5-7 minutes. Mash the beans with a potato masher or fork until they are smooth. Season with salt to taste.

Step 8

Once the dough has rested, divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 9

Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten each ball into a circle of about 6 inches in diameter using a rolling pin.

Step 10

Heat a non-stick skillet or cast-iron pan over medium heat. Cook each tortilla for about 2 minutes on each side until they begin to puff and show some brown spots.

Step 11

Once the tortillas are cooked, assemble the baleadas by spreading a portion of the refried beans onto each tortilla.

Step 12

Top with crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and slices of avocado.

Step 13

Fold the tortilla over to enclose the filling and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1587.3 grams (1587.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2997

Total Fat 162.60g	208%
Saturated Fat 60.60g	303%
Polyunsaturated Fat 42.00g
Cholesterol 218mg	73%
Sodium 6799mg	296%
Total Carbohydrate 297.80g	108%
Dietary Fiber 40.30g	144%
Total Sugars 23.00g
Protein 98.60g	197%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1582mg	122%
Iron 22mg	119%
Potassium 2750mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 39.1%