Baleadas- Cheap, Easy Honduran Meal

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Baleadas recipe - A Cheap and Easy Honduran Meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup shredded queso duro ( Honduran queso )
	6 flour tortillas
	1 can refried beans
	2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

282

Sugar

Fat

14g

Baleadas are a popular street food in Honduras. They are a simple, filling, and inexpensive meal made from flour tortillas, refried beans, and queso duro - a hard, salty white cheese. Baleadas can be customized by adding meat, avocado, and other toppings. They're perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
2.	Place one tortilla on the skillet and cook for 30 seconds on each side.
3.	Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
4.	In a separate saucepan, warm the refried beans over low heat.
5.	Spread 2 tablespoons of the beans on each tortilla.
6.	Sprinkle shredded queso duro on top of the beans.
7.	Fold the tortilla in half and return to skillet.
8.	Cook each tortilla for 1-2 minutes on each side, until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.

PROS

Baleadas is a quick and easy, budget-friendly meal.

It’s made with simple ingredients that can be found in most kitchens.

CONS

Baleadas have a high carbohydrate content and are not the healthiest option.

They can be made healthier by using whole wheat tortillas and low-fat cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Baleadas are not the most nutritious option, they are a good source of protein and fiber.
The beans in this recipe are rich in antioxidants and can help lower cholesterol levels.