Molletes con Chorizo
Molletes con Chorizo are the ultimate easy and delicious Mexican comfort food. Crispy bolillo bread is layered with refried beans, melted cheese, and flavorful chorizo, then toasted to perfection. Top them with pico de gallo or avocado for an extra fresh touch! Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick dinner.
6 molletes
Ingredients
- 3 bolillos sliced in half (or 1 baguette, cut into 6 pieces)
- 1 cup refried beans black or pinto
- 200 g 7 oz Mexican chorizo (or soyrizo for a vegetarian version)
- 1 cup shredded Oaxaca mozzarella, or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tbsp butter or oil
- Toppings optional: pico de gallo, avocado slices, salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) or set your broiler to high.
- Toast the bolillos – Heat a skillet over medium heat, add butter or oil, and lightly toast the cut side of the bread until golden. Set aside.
- Cook the chorizo – In the same skillet, cook the chorizo over medium heat for about 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until fully cooked. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the molletes – Spread a generous layer of refried beans on each toasted bolillo half. Top with cooked chorizo and a handful of shredded cheese.
- Melt the cheese – Place the molletes on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, or broil for 2–3 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve immediately – Add your favorite toppings like pico de gallo, avocado slices, or a drizzle of salsa. Enjoy hot!
Notes
For extra crunch, toast the bolillos in the oven for a few minutes before adding the toppings.
Make it vegetarian by swapping the chorizo for soyrizo or sautéed mushrooms.
Leftovers? Store assembled but unbaked molletes in the fridge and bake when ready to eat.
Make it vegetarian by swapping the chorizo for soyrizo or sautéed mushrooms.
Leftovers? Store assembled but unbaked molletes in the fridge and bake when ready to eat.