Memela

Description

Memela (or tetela ) is a popular street food dish originating from the Mexican state of Oaxaca. It is made from masa flour with the addition of refried beans, pressed together into a (usually oval-shaped) tortilla, then cooked on a hot grill. Once the tortilla is done, it is usually filled with red or green salsa, crumbly cheese such as quesillo , and additional toppings such as fries, nopale cactus, or avocado slices. Memela is traditionally folded in half and eaten with hands, just like a taco .