Molletes Mexicanos with Chipotle Salsa

Name: Molletes Mexicanos with Chipotle Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 3 cups refried beans (see notes for instructions); 4 Mexican bolillos; 1/2 cup spreadable butter; 2 cups shredded cheese (such as Mexican muenster, Chihuahua, asadero or Oaxaca); 2 medium Roma tomatoes; 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 2 teaspoons adobo sauce from the chipotles; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp kosher salt (plus more to taste); 4 tbsp water; 1 tbsp oil

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:20min

Authentic Molletes Mexicanos are an incredibly delicious and easy-to-make recipe. Made with buttery bread, creamy refried beans, melted cheese, and a smoky chipotle salsa, they are a savory, comforting, classic Mexican dish. This meatless meal is completely vegetarian yet so filling, thanks to the protein-packed beans that make these sandwiches hearty and satisfying. Plus, they are kid-friendly and can easily be made gluten-free.

Updated at: Tue, 11 Mar 2025 01:17:03 GMT