Vegan Homemade Sopes with Black Beans

These vegan sopes with black beans are easy to make and taste great. They're great for any event. The crispy masa harina base with tasty black beans and a bunch of different toppings makes for a great appetizer or main dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup masa harina
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 1 cup cooked black beans
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, plus more for frying
• Toppings of choice: salsa, avocado, lettuce, vegan cheese, etc

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine masa harina, warm water, and a pinch of salt

Mix until a soft dough forms

Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions and roll them into balls

Using your hands, flatten each ball into a thick disk, creating a small well in the center

In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat

Fry the sopes until golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side

Drain on paper towels

In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat

Add cooked black beans, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt

Cook for 5 minutes, mashing some of the beans with a fork

To assemble, spoon the seasoned black beans onto each sope and top with your desired toppings such as salsa, avocado, lettuce, and vegan cheese

Serve immediately and enjoy!