Best 5 Molletes Recipes

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Are you looking for the perfect recipe to make delicious and authentic Mexican molletes? Then you have come to the right place! Molletes, a classic Mexican breakfast or brunch dish, are open-faced sandwiches made with toasted bolillos (a type of Mexican bread roll) and topped with refried beans, cheese, and various other ingredients. With numerous variations of the recipe, finding the right one can be overwhelming. In this article, we will explore some of the best molletes recipes that highlight the true flavors of this iconic Mexican dish. From traditional to more modern interpretations, we will provide step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to help you create the perfect molletes that will delight your taste buds and make you feel like you're in the heart of Mexico.

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TRADITIONAL MEXICAN MOLLETES



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A traditional Mexican open sandwich with refried beans and melted cheese served with salsa. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or as a tasty snack.

Provided by Jenny Aleman

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Borden Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 bolillo rolls, sliced in half lengthwise
3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans, heated
1 (7 ounce) package Borden® Southwestern Cheddar & Monterey Jack Shredded Cheese
Mexican salsa or pico de gallo, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Remove some of the bread from the middle of bread halves to accommodate more toppings. Spread about 1 teaspoon butter on each half.
  • Spread 2 to 3 tablespoons warmed refried beans on bread. Sprinkle about 1/4 cup Borden® Cheddar and Monterey Jack shredded cheese on the beans. Place bread halves on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bread is crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Top molletes with Mexican salsa or pico de gallo.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 698.5 calories, Carbohydrate 85.3 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 15.3 g, Sodium 1022.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

MOLLETES



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We like to eat molletes for breakfast, so I'll usually make the beans ahead of time and refrigerate them until we're ready to assemble the toast.

Provided by Marie Angel Cat

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 3h18m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces dried pinto beans
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
16 slices white whole wheat bread
1 cup shredded queso blanco
⅓ cup chile-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha®)

Steps:

  • Place beans in a saucepan and add enough water to cover them by 1 inch. Bring to a boil and remove from heat. Let stand for 1 hour.
  • Drain and rinse beans. Add enough fresh water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 2 hours. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water, and rinse.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beans and salt. Fry until beans are very soft, stirring and mashing frequently, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler on low heat.
  • Spread an equal amount of beans on each slice of bread and sprinkle queso on top. Place bread slices on a baking sheet.
  • Broil until beans are warmed and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from oven and top with chile-garlic sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43.8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 17.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1171.3 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

MOLLETES



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Provided by Roberto Santibañez

Categories     Sandwich     Bean     Cheese     Vegetarian     Lunch     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly

Yield Makes 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
2 large rolls, preferably teleras, Portuguese, kaiser, or ciabatta, split
Generous 1/4 cup Refried Black Beans, homemade or canned
6 ounces Chihuahua cheese or provolone cheese, shredded
Generous 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo with Lemon Zest

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven or toaster oven to 500°F.
  • Heat a large pan over medium heat until it's nice and hot. Spread the butter over the cut sides of the roll halves. Place them, cut sides down, in the pan and cook until they are lightly golden brown and crispy, a minute or two.
  • Spread a thin layer of beans over the toasted side of each roll. Top with a thin layer of cheese. Cook the molletes (open-faced) in the oven just until the cheese has melted and turned golden brown in a few spots, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Serve the molletes beside a bowl of the pico de gallo and let everyone top the molletes with pico de gallo themselves.

MOLLETES - MEXICAN ANISE SEED ROLLS



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Molletes are traditionally served as a coffee cake. This bread freezes well. Posted in response to a recipe request.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h25m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package active dry yeast
2 eggs
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups warm water (105°-115°F)
1 teaspoon anise seed
1/2 cup shortening
6 -7 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
margarine

Steps:

  • Dissolve yeast and 2 tablespoons sugar in warm water in a large mixing bowl; set aside.
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, cream shortening with remaining sugar.
  • Beat in eggs; add salt and anise seed.
  • Add creamed mixture to yeast and thoroughly combine.
  • Gradually add flour to mixture until a moderately firm dough is formed.
  • Knead dough on a lightly floured board until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and allow to rise until double in size.
  • Punch dough down, knead, and allow to double in size again.
  • Knead dough and shape into round balls the size of an egg.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Place in a well-greased pan, cover, and allow to double in size again.
  • Lightly brush with margarine and bake for 20-25 minutes.

MOLLETES WITH DECONSTRUCTED GUACAMOLE



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Open-faced refried bean and cheese sandwiches, topped with tomatoes, fresh avocados from Mexico, red onion and cilantro. My own twist on this Mexican comfort food!

Provided by Avocados from Mexico

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Avocados from Mexico

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 bolillo rolls, sliced in half lengthwise
4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1 (20.5 ounce) can refried pinto beans
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 avocados from Mexico, peeled, pitted and sliced crosswise
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lime, sliced into rounds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the bolillo roll halves cut side up on a baking sheet and spread each with 1/2 tablespoon of butter or margarine. Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes.
  • Place refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until warm.
  • Divide the refried beans among the toasted rolls and spread evenly to the edges. Sprinkle each roll with 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella. Return rolls to oven and bake until cheese is melted, 7 or 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and top each roll with the sliced tomatoes, avocados, red onion and chopped cilantro. Sprinkle each roll with a pinch of cumin and a pinch of salt. Drizzle each roll with 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil.
  • Serve warm with fresh sliced lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 814.6 calories, Carbohydrate 96.8 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 36.9 g, Fiber 17.6 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 999.6 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the molletes when grilling or frying. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Grill or fry the molletes until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the molletes immediately with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Molletes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main meal. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a mollete recipe that everyone will enjoy. So what are you waiting for? Get cooking!

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