How to Make Molletes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Molletes are a popular Mexican dish that are simple to make and incredibly delicious. These open-faced sandwiches are made with bolillo rolls, refried beans, cheese, and a variety of toppings, making them a perfect option for breakfast, lunch, or even as a snack. Their versatility and ease of preparation make molletes a go-to dish for many Mexican households.

The key to making perfect molletes lies in using high-quality, fresh ingredients. The bolillo rolls should be soft on the insid...

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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dried pinto beans
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 16 slices white whole wheat bread
  • 1 cup shredded queso blanco
  • ⅓ cup chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 18 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on low heat.
  • Spread an equal amount of beans on each slice of bread and sprinkle queso on top. Place bread slices on a baking sheet.
  • Broil until beans are warmed and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven and top with chile-garlic sauce.
  • Nutrition

    318 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 1171mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 181mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 576mg