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Honduras Baleadas

Yields4 ServingsPrep Time5 minsCook Time20 mins

Baleadas are one of the most appreciated dishes of Honduran cuisine. Because it consists of an omelet stuffed with beans and a variety of other ingredients, they look a lot like Mexican tacos and burritos, although with a peculiar Honduran touch. Because they are simple and easy to prepare, they are an excellent choice for a quick breakfast or lunch.

 1 ½ cups red or black beans, cooked
 3 tbsp onion, chopped
 1 clove garlic, minced
 ¼ tsp cumin powder
 4 whole-wheat flour tortillas
 1 (14 oz) package firm tofu
 1 tbsp Bragg Liquid Aminosor low-sodium soy sauce
 1 avocado
 ½ vegan cheese
 1 recipe Cashew Sour Cream
1

Add the beans, onion, garlic, and cumin to a pot over high heat in a medium non-stick skillet.

2

When it starts to boil, lower the heat and let it cook for 5 minutes, or until all the bean liquid has been absorbed. Remove from heat and allow it to cool down for 2 to 3 minutes

3

Mash the beans until it’s well-mashed

4

Cut the tofu into cubes or strips and sauté in a non-stick skillet with some water or vegetable broth until well cooked (about 10 minutes).

5

Add soy sauce to the tofu and cover well. Cook again for 1 minute.

6

Put tortillas on high heat on a griddle (griddle to heat tortillas) or in a non-stick skillet for 15 seconds on each side, or until it becomes soft and flexible.

7

In each tortilla, divide the mixture of beans, tofu, avocado pieces and vegetarian cheese. You can also add some sour cashew cream.

8

Fold tortillas into half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size

1 baleada


Amount per serving
Calories317
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.6g19%

Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 513mg23%
Total Carbohydrate 42g16%

Dietary Fiber 10.1g37%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 9g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.