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Baleadas Recipe

Published: July 15, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: About 15 minutes Total Time: About 35 minutes Serves: 6 Difficulty: Easy Category: Main Course Cuisine: Honduran

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 cup refried beans
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup onions, diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt
  2. Add oil and warm water, mix until dough forms
  3. Knead dough for 5 minutes until smooth
  4. Divide into 6 equal portions and roll into balls
  5. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes
  6. Roll each ball into a thin circle
  7. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat
  8. Cook tortillas for 1-2 minutes per side until lightly browned
  9. Warm refried beans in a small saucepan
  10. Spread beans on each tortilla
  11. Top with queso fresco, sour cream, cabbage, onions, cilantro, and lime juice
  12. Fold tortillas in half and serve immediately

Special Notes

Baleadas are a popular Honduran street food that's both filling and delicious. The key is making thin, pliable tortillas that can be easily folded. You can customize the fillings with scrambled eggs, avocado, or your favorite proteins. The combination of refried beans, cheese, and sour cream creates a creamy, satisfying base. These are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick dinner.