Pastelitos de Maíz Hondureños de Carne molida y Arroz / Honduran Corn empanadas glutenfree

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with less fat.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell pepper offers sweetness without heat.

corn masa

🥗Healthier: quinoa flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Quinoa flour is gluten-free and nutritious.

Mix corn masa with water until smooth

Add cheese, chopped onion, bell pepper, and cilantro to the masa

Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and cumin

Form small patties from the masa mixture

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering

Fry the patties until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side

Remove patties and drain on paper towels

Serve warm with sour cream and lime wedges

Garnish with additional cilantro if desired

Enjoy as a snack or light meal

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens