Vegan Sopes Masa Toppings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Base
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2 cups masa harina
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1 ½ cups warm water
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ For Frying
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Neutral oil, as needed
→ Toppings
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1 to 1 ½ cups refried beans
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Vegan queso fresco, to taste
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Vegan cotija cheese, to taste
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Salsa fresca, to taste
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Vegan Mexican crema, to taste
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Pickled jalapeños, as desired
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Pickled red onions, as desired
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Vegan chorizo, as desired
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Jackfruit carnitas, as desired
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Avocado cubes, as desired
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Lime wedges, for serving
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Fresh cilantro, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Combine masa harina and salt in a large bowl. Add warm water and mix by hand until a cohesive dough forms.
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Knead dough until it forms a pliable ball, adjusting texture by adding water or masa harina as needed. Dough should resemble playdough and not stick excessively to your hands.
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Divide dough into 60-65 gram portions. Roll each into smooth balls between your palms. Cover with a tea towel to prevent drying.
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Using a tortilla press lined with plastic or wax paper, gently press each dough ball to form discs about 0.5 cm thick. Alternatively, use a heavy flat object to press on a countertop if a press is unavailable.
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Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Place sope disc in the skillet and cook for 60 to 70 seconds on the first side, then flip and cook for 60 to 90 seconds until lightly browned and slightly puffed.
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Remove sopes from heat and let rest briefly. Pinch edges using your thumb and forefinger to create a rim around each sope. Cover with a tea towel and repeat with remaining dough.
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Heat about 60 ml neutral oil in the skillet over medium. Fry each sope for about 30 seconds per side until lightly golden. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
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Spread a layer of refried beans on each sope, then add desired toppings such as vegan cheeses, salsa, avocado, vegan crema, jackfruit carnitas, vegan chorizo, pickled vegetables, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime before serving.
# Notes:
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Keep dough covered while working to prevent it from drying out and cracking.
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If sopes are too thick, they may not cook through; press to the recommended thickness for best results.