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Best Easy Joroches Recipe

Name: Best Easy Joroches Recipe
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 320 g
Ingredients: masa harina (corn flour) 1.5 cups; black beans, cooked (with liquid) 3 cups; white onion, finely chopped 0.5 cups; epazote (optional) 0.25 cups; fresh cilantro, chopped 0.25 cups; olive oil 2 tbsp; garlic, minced 2 cloves; kosher salt 1 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp

Small corn dumplings cooked in a rich bean broth from Yucatán offer hearty comfort. This vegetarian, family-friendly dish is a healthy source of protein from beans and corn.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 340 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

masa harina (corn flour) 1.5 cups
black beans, cooked (with liquid) 3 cups
white onion, finely chopped 0.5 cups
epazote (optional) 0.25 cups
fresh cilantro, chopped 0.25 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

olive oil 2 tbsp
garlic, minced 2 cloves
kosher salt 1 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 53 g 62%

Protein 13 g 15%

Fat 7 g 18%

Serving size 320g

Cooking steps

1

In a medium bowl, mix masa harina with 1/2 cup warm water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Knead until a soft, pliable dough forms. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes to hydrate.
2

With damp hands, shape the dough into small thumb-sized dumplings. Press a small indentation in the center of each to help them cook evenly.
3

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes until soft, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Pour in the cooked black beans with their liquid and add epazote if using. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low so the broth simmers steadily.
5

Carefully drop masa dumplings into the simmering bean broth, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until dumplings float and are cooked through (they should be tender but not mushy). Season with remaining salt and black pepper.
6

Turn off the heat, taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The signature ingredients of Joroches are masa harina (corn flour), used for the dumplings, and black beans, which provide a rich, hearty broth. Together, these define the dish’s earthy flavor and comforting texture.

Q. How can I ensure the dumplings are cooked properly?

Simmer the dumplings gently in the bean broth for 25–30 minutes. The key is to add them to a steady but not rolling simmer and stir occasionally. They’re ready when they float and are tender all the way through but not mushy.

Q. How do I prevent the corn dumplings from falling apart?

Be sure to knead the masa harina dough until smooth and let it rest so it hydrates. Adding the dumplings gently into simmering, not boiling, liquid helps them hold their shape. Avoid stirring vigorously once dumplings are in the broth.

Q. How many calories and what is the protein-to-carb ratio per serving?

Each 320g serving of Joroches contains approximately 340 calories, with 53g carbohydrates (62% of calories) and 13g protein (15% of calories). This balance makes it a hearty source of plant-based protein and energy.

Best Easy Joroches Recipe

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