Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups masa harina (corn flour) masa harina1 1/2 cups masa harina (corn flour)
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1 cup warm water water1 cup warm water
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1/2 tsp sea salt sea salt1/2 tsp sea salt
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1 cup cooked black beans (rinsed, drained) black beans1 cup cooked black beans (rinsed, drained)
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1 cup fresh nopalitos (cactus paddles), diced (or jarred, rinsed) nopalitos1 cup fresh nopalitos (cactus paddles), diced (or jarred, rinsed)
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1/2 small red onion, finely chopped red onion1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
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1 jalapeño, minced (optional for spice) jalapeño1 jalapeño, minced (optional for spice)
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1 large tomato, diced tomato1 large tomato, diced
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped cilantro1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 ripe avocado avocado1 ripe avocado
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1 lime, juiced lime1 lime, juiced
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1/4 tsp ground cumin ground cumin1/4 tsp ground cumin
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1/4 tsp smoked paprika smoked paprika1/4 tsp smoked paprika
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2 cloves garlic, minced garlic2 cloves garlic, minced
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Fresh ground black pepper, to taste black pepperFresh ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
Sopes are best enjoyed fresh and warm. Stack toppings generously and serve with a wedge of lime for a bright finish. If you can’t find fresh nopalitos, jarred cactus can be used—just rinse thoroughly. For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of vegan cotija or nutritional yeast on top.
Steps
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In a bowl, mix masa harina, salt, and warm water until soft dough forms. Rest 5 minutes. |
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Divide dough into 6 balls. Flatten each into a thick disc (about 3 inches wide). |
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Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high. Cook sopes 2 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove, then gently pinch up the edges to form a rim. |
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For the filling: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent. Add nopalitos, cumin, paprika, and jalapeño. Cook 5 minutes until nopalitos are tender. |
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Warm black beans in a small pot; mash slightly with a fork. |
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For avocado crema: Blend avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper until creamy. |
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Assemble: Spread beans on each sope, top with nopalito mix, fresh tomato, cilantro, and a drizzle of avocado crema. |
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Serve immediately with lime wedges. |