For the tlacoyos:
• 1 ½ cups of MASECA® corn masa flour
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup of hot water
• ¾ cup of refried pinto beans, cold
For the nopalitos salad:
• 1 pound of cooked cactus strips
• ½ cup of white onion, chopped
• 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
• ¼ cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
For garnish:
• Queso fresco or panela, crumbled
• Your favorite salsa
For the nopatitos salad:
1. Combine cactus, onion, tomato, cilantro, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Stir with a fork to combine.
For the tlacoyos:
1. Whisk together MASECA® corn masa flour and salt in a large bowl. Stir in hot water ¼ cups at a time.
2. Stir with a large spatula or with your hands until thoroughly combined and dough forms a smooth ball. Dough should not be sticky. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 20 minutes.
3. Divide masa into 8 masa balls. Keep them covered to avoid drying.
4. One ball at a time, press on the palms of your hands to form a ¼-inch disc.
5. Make an indentation in the middle of the disc with your fingers and place 1 to 2 tablespoons beans on the indentation. Fold the disc in half, bring the edges of the disc together. Seal the edges of the disc with your fingers. Press gently between the palms of your hands to flaen into ¼-inch tlacoyo. Repeat with remaining masa.
6. Heat a comal or griddle over high heat. When the comal becomes very hot, decrease heat to medium low. Place 2-3 tlacoyos on comal and cook for 90 seconds then flip to other side. Cook for 2 minutes then flip again for another 90 seconds. Transfer to a plate and keep them warm by placing a clean kitchen towel over them.
7. Serve tlacoyos with nopalitos salad on top and a sprinkle of queso fresco or queso panela.

Adding tortillas to daily diet helps with digestion since tortillas are a source of insoluble fiber.

Blue corn is a corn variety cultivated in the Northern Region and Central Region of Mexico, as well as in the Southwest Region and Southeast Region of the United States.

Corn tortillas are a source of energy since carbohydrates are used as fuel for the body.

Corn tortilla is considered as one of the biggest inventions of the Mesoamerican cultures.

Corn tortillas are source of fiber, calcium, folic acid, and energy. Consuming tortillas is part of a complete, varied, and balanced diet.

MASECA® corn masa flour is made with selected corn grains.

All MASECA® corn masa flours are Whole Grain certified (Whole Grain Council), since they are made with selected whole corn grains.

Corn tortilla is a versatile food as it can be used as garnish, it can be the main dish, or it can be an ingredient.

UNESCO declared the Mexican Cuisine as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, being the first cuisine in the world to receive such recognition.

El maíz azul es una variedad del maíz que se cultiva en la región del Norte y del Centro de México, así como en la región Suroeste y Sureste de Estados Unidos.

Incluir el consumo de tortillas de maíz en la dieta diaria ayuda con la digestión, ya que es fuente de fibra insoluble.

La tortilla de maíz da energía, pues los carbohidratos sirven de combustible para el organismo.

La tortilla de maíz es considerada como una de las creaciones más grandes de las culturas mesoamericanas.

Las tortillas de maíz contienen fibra, calcio, ácido fólico y es fuente de energía. Su consumo es parte de una dieta completa, equilibrada y variada.

Las harinas MASECA® cuentan con la certificación de Granos Enteros (Whole Grain Council), ya que están elaborados con granos de maíz enteros seleccionados.

Las harinas MASECA® cuentan con la certificación de Granos Enteros (Whole Grain Council), ya que están elaborados con granos de maíz enteros seleccionados.

La tortilla de maíz es un alimento versátil, ya que puede ser guarnición, platillo principal o ingrediente.

La Cocina Mexicana fue declarada por la UNESCO como Patrimonio Intangible de la Humanidad, siendo la primera cocina del mundo en tener este reconocimiento.
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