Claudia Bolles How to Make Panuchos

Get a plastic sheet and take a ball of masa.

Flatten the masa with your hands to form a circle, making sure to create ridges around the edge.

To make a tortilla using a mat, place a plastic sheet on the table, put a ball of masa in the middle, cover with another plastic sheet, and press down gently.

Check for cracks in the tortilla; if there are cracks, adjust the edges to ensure it cooks properly.

Prepare to deep fry the tortillas by placing a plastic sheet on the table and repeating the flattening process with masa.

Heat a griddle and add corn oil to it.

Use a paper towel to spread oil on the griddle, then place the tortilla upside down on the griddle.

Cook the tortilla until it becomes transparent, then flip it over.

Once the tortilla starts to brown and pop, use a towel to help it pop up.

After cooking, place the tortillas on a towel to keep warm while you cook the rest.

To make a panucho, hold the tortilla at the edge and create a hole in the center.

Fill the hole with black bean paste using a spoon and press it gently to secure the filling.

Fry the filled tortilla in a small amount of corn oil until the edges turn brown and crispy, flipping it to ensure even cooking.

Once cooked, place the panuchos on a draining surface.

Assemble the panuchos by adding toppings: cabbage, chicken, red onions, avocado, and tomato.

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