A Taste Of Cuban Cuisine With PLEASING BOLLOS | Recipes.net

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey can be a natural sweetener with a distinct flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal provides binding properties in vegan recipes.

Heat up the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the onions and peppers until translucent. Set aside.

Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a food processor, add the beans, cumin, salt, garlic, and sauteed vegetables. Puree until smooth.

Portion roughly 3 ounce balls, either using greased hands or an ice cream scoop. Place these onto the lined baking sheets. Repeat until the mixture has been portioned out.

Set the bollos aside in a chilled area and allow to harden slightly for roughly 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 360 degrees F while waiting.

Roast the bollos for roughly 35 minutes until golden brown.

Serve warm with cilantro and tomato salsa or sauce of your choice.

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