Enfrijoladas Recipe

When it comes to simple but satisfying Mexican dishes, enfrijoladas hold a special place at the table. A variation of traditional enchiladas, this enfrijolada recipe combines the hearty goodness of beans with corn tortillas and queso fresco, creating a meal that's both comforting and budget-friendly.

The magic of enfrijoladas lies in their simplicity. At the base of the dish is a creamy bean sauce, made by blending pinto beans or black beans with you preferred seasonings. Corn tortillas are lightly fried in oil then coated with beans. While some prefer their enfrijoladas folded with no filling and just beans and cheese on the top, I prefer them filled. My mom used to fill the tortillas with queso fresco, shredded chicken, and sometimes diced onion. Once filled, the enchiladas were rolled, topped with more beans and more queso fresco.

However you choose to make these bean enchiladas, I hope you enjoy them as much as I did growing up!

Why I Love Enfrijoladas

• Quick & Easy - This enfrijolada recipe is quick to prepare, making them a perfect choice for a busy weeknight dinner.
• Versatile - Whether you're looking for a hearty meatless meal or a way to incorporate pantry staples into something delicious, enfrijoladas are a must-try. Top them with avocado slices, crema, or a fresh salsa casera for a meal that's as vibrant as it is satisfying.
• Delicious - Enfrijoladas are a tasty meal for children and picky eaters, who may not like the spiciness of traditional enchiladas.

Recommended Tools for Making Enfrijoladas

• Frying Pans - You'll need one smaller pan to heat the refried beans and a larger one or a skillet to quickly fry the corn tortillas, which will give them a nice crisp on the edges.

Enfrijolada Ingredients

• Tortillas - Corn tortillas serve as the base for enfrijoladas. I prefer white corn tortillas due to the mild corn flavor, but you can substitute with yellow tortillas.
• Beans - I used slow-cooked pinto beans that were blended and seasoned to my taste. However, you can use canned beans to make this recipe even quicker; just make sure to add minced garlic, cumin, or additional seasonings to improve the flavor. You can also opt for black beans too!
• Queso Fresco - Enfrijoladas are filled and topped with crumbled queso fresco, a soft white cheese that's popular in Mexican dishes.
• Other - You can opt to add diced onion to your crumbled queso fresco or add shredded chicken inside your enfrijoladas to make this dish more filling!

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