5 delicious masa recipes from around the world
Authentic Mexican sopes are delicious, thick corn masa bases with slightly pinched edges, designed to hold a generous amount of toppings like refried beans, seasoned meat, fresh cheese, and vibrant salsa. They are a quintessential 'antojito' or Mexican street food snack.
A warm, comforting, and deeply traditional Mexican beverage, Champurrado is a thick, chocolate-infused masa drink. It's a delightful blend of sweet, spiced, and earthy flavors, perfect for chilly mornings or alongside savory dishes like tamales.
Sandal-shaped masa flatbreads – thick, oval masa bases topped generously with refried beans, savory carne asada, vibrant salsa verde, cooling crema, and crumbled queso fresco. A quintessential Mexico City street food delight.
Authentic Puebla-style chalupas, featuring small, thick, boat-shaped masa tortillas that are fried until golden and crispy, then generously topped with shredded meat, vibrant salsas, and fresh onion. These are a beloved Mexican antojito (snack or appetizer).
Savory fried pork dumplings made from masa dough, filled with seasoned pork and sometimes a hint of spice. They are a popular snack or appetizer, often served with curtido or salsa.
