Memelas

طريقة التحضير

خطوة بخطوة

1. 1

   Combine the masa harina, warm water, and salt in a large bowl.

   حوالي 1 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: The water should be warm to the touch, not hot.

2. 2

   Mix with your hands until a soft, pliable dough forms, adding a little more water if it feels too dry.

   حوالي 3 د

   ملاحظة الطاهي: The dough should not be sticky or crumbly.

3. 3

   Cover the masa dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 15 minutes.

   حوالي 15 د

4. 4

   While the masa rests, prepare the salsa by placing the tomatillos, serrano peppers, and garlic in a small saucepan.

   حوالي 1 د

5. 5

   Cover with water and bring to a boil; cook for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos are soft and their color changes to a dull green.

   حوالي 10 د

6. 6

   Drain the cooked tomatillos, serrano peppers, and garlic, then transfer them to a blender.

   حوالي 1 د

7. 7

   Add the roughly chopped yellow onion, cilantro, and salt to the blender.

   حوالي 1 د

8. 8

   Blend until smooth, then set aside.

   حوالي 1 د

9. 9

   Divide the masa dough into 8 equal portions and roll each into a ball.

   حوالي 2 د

10. 10

    Place each ball between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and press into a thick tortilla, about 1/4 inch thick, using a tortilla press or a flat plate.

    حوالي 3 د

    ملاحظة الطاهي: Aim for a diameter of about 4-5 inches.

11. 11

    Heat a comal or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.

    حوالي 2 د

12. 12

    Cook each masa cake for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned and cooked through.

    حوالي 16 د

13. 13

    While the masa cakes are still warm, use your fingers to create a small rim around the edge and a slight indentation in the center of each one.

    حوالي 2 د

    ملاحظة الطاهي: Be careful, they will be hot! You can use a clean cloth to help if needed.

14. 14

    Brush the melted lard over each indentation.

    حوالي 1 د

15. 15

    Spoon the prepared salsa into the center of each memela.

    حوالي 1 د

16. 16

    Sprinkle generously with crumbled cotija cheese.

    حوالي 1 د

17. 17

    Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade memelas!